F&G Assistant Manager FT

7 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Cook Brothers Bars Full time NZ$72,000 - NZ$86,400 per year

The Business

Freeman & Grey is Ponsonby's go-to casual hangout. We're famous for our hand-stretched pizzas (think Wagyu bolognese, pistachio chicken, and the classic Margherita) and an epic menu designed for sharing - fried chicken, calamari, burgers, platters, and indulgent desserts.

By day, we're buzzing with pizzas and casual catch-ups. By night, especially Friday and Saturday from 11pm, we transform into Ponsonby's ultimate party spot: DJs upstairs and downstairs, two bars in full swing, and a line out the door.

It's fun, it's fast, and it's always pumping.

The Pay & Role

  • Starting on $30-$36 per hour depending on experience
  • If preferred, work 4 days Fri to Monday with 3 days off, with a rotation to have Saturday off if preferred
  • Opportunity to progress
  • Competitive pay

Skills / Experience / What we are looking for:

  • You enjoy and have experience managing a grunty venue with high sales in a gastro pub environment
  • You are familiar working with DJs and know how to create an awesome atmosphere, lighting down, music up as things get going and kick on through the night
  • You enjoy working nights on the busiest shifts and will do whatever you can to keep the party going and ensure sales are maximised
  • Excellent presentation and strong clear communication
  • A managers certificate or LCQ is required
  • You're looking for a long term career in hospitality

You will:

  • Ensure the environment within the site is always top notch.
  • Guarantee the customer journey for your outlet is being followed by all team members.
  • Make sure quality of products, plus waiting times exceed expectation.
  • Take responsibility for daily/ weekly procedures including ordering, receiving and stock take.
  • Lead your team, provide feedback and set a high example by always operating above the line.
  • Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget.
  • Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions.
  • Ensuring dining facilities comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance.
  • Conferring with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service.
  • Selecting, training and supervising waiting staff.
  • Make reservations, greet guests and assist in taking orders.

Skills / Experience / What we are looking for

  • Some management experience in a hospitality venue with a team of bigger than 5
  • Excellent presentation and strong clear communication
  • Leadership, energy and enthusiasm, if you've been a leader in a sports team, school, university or volunteer organisation that is great
  • A managers certificate or LCQ is preferred
  • You're looking for a long term career in hospitality

Our Story

Cook Brothers Hospitality Group started in Dunedin in 2004, and we've been on an epic ride ever since. We have created some of New Zealand's most beloved bars, restaurants and licensed burger joints, with outlets throughout the country which offer outstanding food and beverages delivered with warmth and hospitality. Google us, have a beer with us, join us

Ready to bring your energy to Ponsonby's busiest spot? Click Apply and start your journey with us.

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