Maître d' at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen

Are you the new Maître ‘d at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen?

Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen is a family-owned cellar door and restaurant, in a beautiful vineyard location in the heart of Marlborough. We’re looking for an experienced Maître ‘D to join our fun and friendly team.

This is a permanent, full-time position. Applicants will need NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

 What we’d love about you -

·        Proven experience in a Maître d' or senior Front of House role in a similar establishment

·        Passion for the hospitality industry and for providing exceptional customer experience

·        The ability to inspire a team and foster a positive work environment

·        Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail and organisational abilities

·        Available 5 days per week, Wednesday to Sunday, plus occasional evening work

·        WSET qualification or wine knowledge advantageous, together with a current Duty Manager’s Licence

What we think you’ll love about us –

·        Day shifts! Work hours that encourage good work-life balance (with just occasional evenings)

·        Being part of a small, friendly team that has the support of an award-winning winery

·        Competitive pay rate commensurate with skills and experience

·        Approximately 40 hours per week on average across the year, with seasonal fluctuations due to reduced business hours during the off-peak period (May-October)

·        Staff perks including wine (of course!), family discounts at the restaurant, fun social events, opportunities for further training and career development, footwear allowance, access to free Employee Assistance Programme services and more

What the role involves -

·        Supporting and supervising the front-of-house team to ensure exceptional customer service

·        Welcoming guests, assigning tables and taking reservations

·        Assisting with stock control, including stock receival and entry

·        Supporting the manager with daily opening and closing, including cashing up tills and completing reports

·        Responding to emails and fulfilling wine orders as required

·        Supporting the manager with training the summer front-of-house team

Full job description available upon request.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter outlining why you and Saint Clair are a great fit.

Please note applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.