Bartender

About The Role - Te mahi

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Barperson at our Sudima Christchurch Airport Hotel. A delicious cocktail of global influences, cultures and talents come together to create this popular space.

This is a full time role, guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week with a pay rate of $27.50 per hour.

Responsibilities | Ngā haepapa

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in a similar role, and a passion for exceeding guests expectations, great knowledge of wine varieties and well versed in the culinary art of making cocktails and mixed alcoholic drinks. You will:

• Ensure bar prep for a successful evening drinks service
• Support the restaurant team with drinks and food service
• Understand the ingredients used
• Have a passion for creating extraordinary cocktails
• Prepare all beverages to order
• Ensure the bar and tables are always clean
• Close the bar and ensure all checklists are completed and set up for the morning shift
• Do daily banking and cashing up of the till

About you | Ko koe tēnei

• 1-2 years experience in bar service preferred
• Excellent Communicator
• Understanding of Sale of Liquor Act
• Exudes attentive, friendly and professional service
• Excellent wine, beer and cocktail knowledge
• Can work weekends and evenings
• Candidates must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for the role.

He kura te tangata - We are all valued

• Discounts at our hotels, restaurants and spas across our network
• Staff, family and friends rates at our hotels
• Meals on duty and uniform provided
• Excellent reward & recognition events
• Service and anniversary gifts and benefits
• Wellbeing programme including Health insurance discounts
• Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans
• Training towards NZQA qualifications and our very own online digital learning platform
• Free Life Insurance, Digital Will & Best Doctors teleservice after 3 months of employment

Who We Are - Ko Wai Mātou

Here at Sudima Hotels, we have one passion, you We care, we do the right thing and we work together. As a Sudima team member, you will demonstrate these values with your day-to-day actions, however great or small.

We believe 'We Are all Valued - He Kura te Tangata', and our success is a direct reflection of our people and our company culture. We live and breathe Manaakitanga, hospitality is at the heart of all that we do. As HRD's Five Star Employer of Choice Award in 2019, 2022, and in 2024, our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too

Hind Management, the management company behind Sudima Hotels, builds, operates, and manages our award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, and spa businesses. As industry leaders in social and environmental responsibility, they operate on a sustainable business model that takes the well-being of our people and planet seriously.

Above all, we're looking for positive people. Working with us not only means getting unlimited opportunities to develop yourself and your career but being part of a community and company culture that's passionate about putting people first.

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai

Hind Management is committed to accessibility.  Should you require assistance or support and are unable to apply online due to an access need, contact our office or email our Talent Acquisition Team at  We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. 

At Hind Management, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including disabled and neurodivergent candidates. Our hiring process is fully accessible and designed to ensure equity for everyone. Please let us know how we can support you in presenting your best self.

E manawanui ana tātou - We care 

Ka mahi tahi tātou - We work together 

Ka whai tātou i te tika - We do the right thing 

He kura te tangata - We are all valued