9 Assistant Manager jobs in New Zealand

Are you an experienced professional with a passion for the dairy industry? We are looking for a dedicated Assistant Manager to join our team and help oversee daily operations at our dairy shop!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing day-to-day shop operations
• Supervise staff and ensure excellent customer service
• Monitor inventory, stock levels, and order supplies
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and quality standards
• Handle cash, payments, and financial transactions
• Support marketing and promotional activities
• Resolve customer inquiries and complaints efficiently

Requirements:

• 1 Year Qualification or level 4 qualification
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage inventory and handle cash transactions
• Knowledge of dairy products and quality control is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary ( $29.66 Per hour to $31.61 per hour) and 30 to 40 hours per week
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Growth and career advancement opportunities

Any NZ resident or citizen or work visa holder can apply for this job.

We are looking for qualified Assistant Managers. This is a full-time permanent position and will consist of assisting with the management of the full operations of our horticulture business.

To be considered for this position you’ll have at least a qualification at Diploma level or higher or at least two years of experience to substitute for the formal qualification. You should have excellent communication skills (both written and spoken) and be able to work independently to reach goals. You must be able to multitask and will be able to complete work in set time frames. You will also ideally have knowledge in the operations of a Horticulture company beneficial.

You will be also expected to perform management tasks such as obtaining and negotiating new contracts, creating reports for work, communicating with farmers and growers, financial transactions, ordering products, HR Duties and staff management as well as Health and Safety.

Key Attributes:

- The desire to grow your knowledge and skills in the management and horticulture industries.

- A strong business-oriented focus

- The ability to adapt, be flexible and learn quickly

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

– Enthusiastic about customer service excellence and the contribution you can make to the business

- The ability to work independently and without supervision

- Diploma level qualification or at least two years of work experiecne is essential

- You will need to be flexible and good at negotiations.

Ability to use a computer and basic programs like Microsoft word and excel is also beneficial.

This is a full time Permanent position and successful applicant will be required to manage the business as well as its staff and other third parties. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

We are looking at providing at least 30 hours a week for this position and the minimum payrate we are looking at is $28.00 per hour and the maximum payrate is $30.00 per hour. 

We are recruiting an Assistant Manager for our service station in Mangawhai Heads. We are looking for a candidate who has excellent communication skills, high energy, and a passion for customer service. An experienced person who can take charge of the daily operations of the business and provide leadership to the team in absence of Manager

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage daily operations of the store including serving barista coffee
• Ability to cope well under pressure and problem solve
• Order stock from our sales representatives and have a good working relationship with them
• Manage stock levels and pricing in the system and forecast changes in demand
• Ensure stock is well presented on the shop shelves and priced accurately
• Maximize profitability for the business through promotional activities and managing promotions weekly
• Use retail merchandise strategies to improve sales
• Ensure sound and accurate record-keeping and reporting
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of stock are maintained
• Monitor staff performance, training and overseeing new staff
• Ability to lead and manage a team through effective communication skills
• Prepare weekly roster and process timesheet
• Ability to manage risks associated with service stations**
• Ensure full compliance with all health and Safety regulations and food requirements and adhere to safe work practices
• Heavy lifting may be required from time to time
• Prepare for and manage at least two stocktakes in any 12-month period during or outside of normal working hours

What you bring to the role:

• At least one year Experience in a retail setting. Service station experience will be an advantage.
• Clear NZ criminal check and drug free (drug test may be required)
• Ability to work on weekends, public holidays and varying store opening hours through out the year
• A full clean driver's licence

Please note this is a full-time role, 30-40 hours per week. The pay rate is between $24 - $30 per hour. Applicants for this position should have New Zealand citizenship/residency or a valid work visa.

If you’re honest, reliable, friendly, confident working on your own and can multi-task, please apply to .

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About our company

Mondello Kaikoura is Kaikoura’s newest accommodation complex, offering modern, clean and styled rooms appealing to any traveler, from a solo person to a family or small group. We are now seeking Assistant Motel Managers to join our friendly team in Kaikoura.

What you will do but not limited to the following:

• Assist the motel manager with the day-to-day running of the establishment, which involve managing front desk operations, handling reservations, and overseeing general property maintenance.
• Directly assist guests with inquiries, complaints and restaurant bookings to ensure a positive and satisfactory experiences.
• Supervise and support motel staff, including training new employees, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance, especially when the manager is not present.
• Handle administrative duties such as managing correspondence, processing paperwork, and preparing reports on operational data.
• Ensure that rooms and grounds are kept clean and well-maintained, which is a vital part of the guest experience.
• Develop and implement marketing and brand promotion strategies; proficiently use mainstream social media platforms (such as Facebook, TikTok, etc.) for promotion and customer engagement to enhance brand awareness, guest traffic, and conversion rates.
• Maintain and manage the motel’s IT systems, including hardware and software (e.g., servers, computers, printers, and management software), ensuring stable and efficient operations.
• Follow, update and enforce the motel policies, procedures, guidelines and manuals to ensure compliance, safety and profitability.

Suitable candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Either have at least two years of relevant experience or NZQF Diploma
• Great organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong and polished verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

What we can offer:

• Full time employment: in Kaikoura
• Hourly rate: $33/hour gross - $35/hour gross
• Hours of week per week: a minimum of 35 hours, no more than 45 hours per week. Over time maybe expected

If you think you are the right person, please APPLY NOW with your CV.

About Park Hyatt

Finding luxury in every detail, Park Hyatt hotels provide an experience of sophisticated, contemporary luxury. Located among the world’s premier cities and resort destinations, each custom-designed Park Hyatt hotel combines distinct regional character with elegant brand touches.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a motivated and passionate Assistant Café Manager to help lead our dynamic team and deliver exceptional service to our customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a love for great coffee, fresh food, and friendly service, we’d love to hear from you!

· Works closely with the Pantry manager in a supportive and flexible manner, focusing on the overall success of the department and the satisfaction of guests.

· Maintains positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships.

· To have a full working knowledge and capability to supervise, correct and demonstrate all duties and tasks in the assigned place of work to the set standards.

· Assists in on-boarding new associates

· Assist with staff training, scheduling, and performance reviews.

· Assist with inventory control, supplier ordering, and waste reduction

· Monitor labour costs and assist with staff scheduling to optimize efficiency

· Support payroll processing, timesheet approvals, and attendance tracking

· Ensure high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and health & safety compliance

Qualifications

· Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Team leader/Supervisor in a 5-star hotel or large restaurant with high standards, preferably with experience in luxury international brands.

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· Excellent grooming standards

· Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

· Passion for quality food, coffee, and customer experience

A career with Hyatt opens a world of opportunities. We have continually been named one of the World’s Best Multinational Workplaces.

Our values of Empathy, Creativity, Fun, Humility, Integrity and Respect are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged. To get a peek of how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt at

If you are looking for a fulfilling career, please apply now.