Restaurant Manager

Wicked Chicken is a popular quick-service restaurant serving high-quality fried chicken and fast food. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to oversee our daily operations and lead our team to success.

Employment type: Full-time, permanent (minimum 30 hours/week)

Key responsibilities:

• Plan, organise, and control the daily operations of the restaurant.

• Manage staff rosters, recruitment, training, and performance.

• Ensure customer service standards are consistently met.

• Monitor and maintain food safety and hygiene standards.

• Control costs and manage budgets to achieve profitability.

• Handle stock ordering and supplier relationships.

• Resolve customer complaints and implement improvements.

Skills and experience required:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a management or supervisory role in hospitality or food service, or a Bachelor's degree in Management/Commerce or Marketing

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of food safety and workplace health & safety requirements.

• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand or eligible for a work visa.