Wine Bar Manager

About Piccolo
Piccolo is a wine bar and micro bottle shop at the heart of the beachside neighbourhood of St Clair, Dunedin.

Since opening in early 2025, Piccolo has become a local go-to for good wine, excellent cocktails, sharp service and delicious Italian-inspired snacks.

Our beverage program is central to the identity of Piccolo, supported by clear systems and the backing of an experienced hospitality group.

We are looking for a confident and experienced Wine Bar Manager to take ownership of day-to-day service, people and standards as the business continues to grow.

About the role

This is a senior hands on leadership role where you will:

• Lead and shape the tone, energy and service of our bar venue
• Select, train, grow and develop our bar and floor team
• Have the ability to manage atmosphere, flow and the overall guest experience
• Oversee bar and bottle shop operations including shaping our beverage offering and stock management
• Help grow our wine program and bottle shop by introducing wine tastings and events
• Keep a sharp eye on the numbers, making sure we operate within all our targets
• Work within clear established systems, with the opportunity to refine and improve them

This role suits a creative hospitality leader, with 3+ years experience, who ready to take ownership of atmosphere, service, people and standards while being well supported by an experienced wider team.

What we're looking for

• Confidence leading teams, managing rostering, and running shifts
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to lead, set standards and inspire
• Strong understanding of bar service, cocktails and floor service flow
• A creative mindset, or strong eye for detail, style & presentation
• Interest in wine and beverage development
• Experience with managing stock, ordering and day-to-day costs
• Organised, commercially aware and comfortable working within documented systems

What We Offer

• A leadership role in a growing beautiful new neighbourhood wine bar & bottle shop
• We'll provide you with clear systems, support and expectations
• Competitive salary based on experience
• An opportunity to help shape the venue as it continues to grow
• We'll invest in your professional and personal development via industry courses and coaching

If you enjoy leading from the front, setting the vibe; believe that atmosphere and great teams go hand in hand and want to be part of a growing wine bar - we'd love to hear from you.

Pay & Benefits - $33.00-$36.00 per hour depending on experience
Position type: Full time, Permanent Wine Bar Manager
Minimum hours of work – 35 hours per week
Location -2/246 Forbury Road, St Clair, Dunedin 9012