Lodge Assistant

2 weeks ago

Pureora Forest Park, New Zealand Timber Trail Lodge Full time NZ$30,000 - NZ$50,000 per year

Nestled deep in the heart of Pureora Forest, Timber Trail Lodge sits at the halfway point of the well known Timber Trail – one of New Zealand's Great Rides. Just an hour's drive from both Te Kuiti and Taumarunui, the lodge offers a unique off-grid experience to cyclists, hikers, and adventurers exploring this stunning part of the country.

We're looking for enthusiastic and capable Lodge Assistants to join our team. These roles are ideal for those with a strong work ethic, a passion for hospitality, and a love of the outdoors. Our preference is to hire an individual or couple with a desire to work in the hospitality industry, who have good knowledge of NZ nature, and, who may be interested in working beyond the current season. We can accommodation local or live-in. Couples are welcome to apply.

About the Role

Lodge Assistants are involved in all aspects of lodge operations, including:

  • Front of house and guest services
  • Bar and dining service
  • Kitchen and food preparation
  • Housekeeping and general cleaning

We provide full training and a thorough induction, so you'll feel confident and supported in all areas of your role. You'll be joining a friendly, hard working and close-knit team.

What We're Looking For

  • We're seeking team members who are:
  • Reliable, hardworking, and customer-focused
  • Friendly and adaptable, with great communication skills
  • Comfortable working on a rotating roster (including weekends and evenings)
  • Physically capable and willing to help where needed

Desirable qualifications/experience:

  • Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) or prior bar manager certification
  • Kitchen/catering experience or relevant hospitality qualifications
  • Housekeeping, food service, or general lodge/hotel experience
  • Due to our remote location, having your own transport is strongly recommended for those not living on-site.
  • You will need New Zealand working status.

For live-in staff, we offer:

  • Comfortable on-site accommodation including a lounge.
  • Competitive hourly wage.
  • Meals/ food provided.
  • Laundry, Wi-Fi, and access to bikes
  • A chance to live and work in one of New Zealand's most beautiful forest parks

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a special place, meet amazing people, and enjoy the incredible mountain biking and walking trails right on your doorstep.