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We are an award-winning steakhouse in Mt Maunganui, internationally recognised for excellence in dining and hospitality. At Fife Lane, our mission is to provide our community with a unique and committed hospitality experience while inspiring our team with a passion for exceptional food, wine and service. We proudly showcase the very best of our local suppliers and growers, creating a warm, friendly and welcoming environment for all who step through our doors.

We are open to customers from 3pm Tuesday to Saturday, with lunch service on Fridays from 12pm.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Head Bartender to join our team from early October. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is confident with cocktails, has sound wine knowledge, and a genuine passion for learning and developing. Stock management and ordering experience will be a strong advantage.

This position offers 30–40 hours per week across five nights, with the occasional day shift.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate – $26–28 per hour

Weekly bonus and tips

Performance Incentive Programme – an additional weekly bonus based on sales and hours worked

Regular closures for rest and balance – six days over Christmas and two weeks in winter so our team can travel, rest and spend time with family

Upskilling opportunities in an internationally ranked restaurant

Quarterly professional development sessions – our recent “Carve & Decant” featured an award-winning butcher and one of NZ’s largest wine distributors

Training on Loaded Reports and Open Book Management to help you understand the bigger picture of hospitality business success

Industry leadership – we are proud to be involved in local tourism initiatives such as Flavours of Plenty

Accredited Employer with Immigration New Zealand – meaning we can support work visa applications for eligible candidates

Key Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of proven cocktail knowledge

Basic wine knowledge and a desire to learn more

LCQ / Duty Manager’s Certificate – preferred, but not essential for the right candidate

OBM (Open Book Management) experience – an advantage, but not required

Strong communication and leadership skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

A creative mindset with a genuine passion for hospitality

Responsibilities

Work alongside our Operations Manager and wider management team to deliver professional and memorable service

Oversee bar operations including stock management, ordering and monthly stocktakes

Contribute fresh ideas to our beverage programme and create engaging cocktails

Embrace and utilise our operating systems (Loaded Reports, Operandio, MunaHR) and take initiative to upskill.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and join a team that values creativity, growth and balance, we’d love to hear from you.