Senior Waiter

Job ID 23034635
Auckland, Auckland Central
Full-time
Listed on 28 Jan 2026

About this job

Centrally located on Westhaven Marina, overlooking the yachts and Auckland city. with a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like home and a getaway all at once.

While the main responsibility of the role is to provide exceptional customer experiences and ensuring that the quality of service meets our establishment expectations and standards, this role is much more than that. Join a passionate and friendly team in a busy, fun environment, your creativity and ideas are encouraged, and you will have opportunities to develop and grow in a supportive workplace.

Job Description • Maintain a high standard of table service • Take food and beverage orders • Ensure that guests receive efficient and courteous service at all times • Interact with guests and advise on wine, beverage options • Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of all menu items • Use sales techniques to up-sell or add-on sell on menu items • Ensure accuracy of table bills, all items are charged and correct • Impart knowledge, skills and training to all front-of-house staff • Use booking system to check in guests, transfer tables and make reservations • Ensure equipment and environments are operational and kept clean and tidy • Follow Restaurant procedures and checklists to ensure a high standard of guest service and satisfaction • Ensure relationships between Bar Team, Restaurant Team and Kitchen team is of a high standard • Maintain standards for health & safety and wellbeing in all service areas

Job Requirements

• You must have a passion for the hospitality industry • A minimum of 2 years in a professional high paced restaurant or bar • Commitment to providing excellent guest experiences • Advanced knowledge of POS Systems • Numeracy skills • Outstanding knowledge of local and international food and beverage trends • Leadership & training skills • Reliable transportation to and from work

Interpersonal Skills • Ability to multi-task & work competently under pressure • On-brand and personal appearance to set standards • Positive energetic attitude, outgoing, friendly personality • Excellent verbal & written communication skills • Organisational ability • Ability to receive constructive feedback and or instructions • Committed to team spirit and excellent morale • Reliable and flexible to change

Benefits • Free meal with every shift • Free Parking • Staff discounts

Only candidates with current, eligible New Zealand work rights will be considered.

Days of work
Evenings & weekends & split shifts - 10am earliest start, 1am latest finish. Split shifts 12pm to 4pm - then 6/7pm to close (30 hours per week)
Pay Details
$27 to $30ph
Job Category
Waiters
Career Level
Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
Driver Licence
Not Required
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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