This casual role supports the delivery of our Hāngi & Concert evening experience - which moves to 4 nights per week from 26 December - 28 February

If you love hospo but not the late night finishes, this could be the perfect fit! In this role you will have a variety of tasks including:

• Ensuring host responsibility and compliance with our alcohol licence
• Supporting the hospitality team to deliver a seamless, high-quality experience
• Leading staff on the floor, problem-solving, and ensuring guest safety and satisfaction
• Communicating clearly with performers, kitchen teams, and front-of-house staff

Shift Details: Approx. 4pm - 9pm | Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Current LCQ & Manager’s Certificate (Duty Manager) — essential
• Proven experience in hospitality
• Excellent communication and people-handling skills
• Be reliable, positive, and able to work a minimum. 2 of the 4 nights
• A genuine commitment to manaakitanga and providing an exceptional visitor experience

What's next | Te ara ki tua

Please include a Cover Letter and CV in your application here by Friday 12 Dec

Note: This role is open for an immediate start, applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment

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Are you looking to gain experience, or simply seeking a rewarding way to spend your free time?
Join us as a volunteer at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds!

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to support our operations across key areas of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds from September 2025 to April 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to give back, learn new skills, and be part of a passionate team committed to kaitiakitanga, manaakitanga and sharing our nation’s story.

Gallery and Museum Support Volunteer: Support the care of exhibitions, engage with visitors respectfully, answer questions, and uphold exhibition standards.

Garden and Grounds Volunteer: Help care for historic gardens, lawns, and pathways. Support with event set-ups, seasonal planting, and whenua care.

Visitor Guide Volunteer: Welcome visitors with warmth and manaakitanga, provide maps, directions, and basic site information. Ensure every manuhiri has a positive and respectful experience.

‍What We're Looking For:

• Available up to 2 days per week (flexible hours, rostered across 7 days).
• Some roles may include weekends or public holidays depending on events and visitor needs.
• Friendly, reliable, and respectful people.
• Interest in New Zealand history, culture, or outdoor care.
• Willingness to learn and support our Kaupapa.
• Able to commit regularly through the summer season.

What We Offer:

• Full induction and role specific training
• Uniform items and name badge.
• Opportunity to be part of special events, including Waitangi Day.
• Supportive team environment.
• End-of-season volunteer recognition
•  Discounts on selected offerings

What’s next | Te ara ki tua

If you’re interested in supporting us, please contact Liz Kilby on lizkilby@waitangi.org.nz. Please include your general skills/experience and if there is a specific volunteer role you are applying for.

This role is key in ensuring smooth daily service and a welcoming, high-quality experience for all visitors. You will support the Executive Chef with front-of-house leadership and operational excellence, including:

• Leading and supporting front-of-house café staff during service
• Ensuring consistent customer service standards
• Maintaining café presentation, cleanliness, and flow
• Assisting with staff training, onboarding, and rostering
• Using initiative to resolve customer issues in a positive, professional manner
• Supporting stock control, wastage management, and daily cash-up processes
• Upholding Waitangi Treaty Grounds’ values and expectations
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen to ensure timely service and smooth communication
• Acting as Duty Manager to ensure compliance with Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

This permanent minimum 30hr role is suited to someone who is passionate about manaakitanga and who would relish the challenge of contributing to an amazing experience at this stunning location. (Note: From November – April this is a full time role).

Our ideal candidate will:

• Previous experience in hospitality or café service (team leader or senior café/server preferred)
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A commitment to delivering warm, high-quality customer experience
• The confidence to lead a team and motivate others
• Strong organisation, reliability, and attention to detail
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and problem-solve
• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and rostered shifts
• Hold a valid Duty Manager Certificate

‍What’s next | Te ara ki tua

Interested applicants, please upload your Cover Letter and CV online here, addressed to Liz Kilby by 08 Dec.

This hands-on role supports the Event Manager in delivering exceptional events and ensuring every visitor enjoys a seamless, high-quality experience. You will cover a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Assist with planning, setup, pack down, and smooth delivery of events.
• Prepare venues with equipment, furniture, décor, and supplies.
• Provide on-the-day operational support and oversee small events.
• Act as Duty Manager ensuring Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 compliance.
• Support event administration: run sheets, documentation, reporting, and CustomLinc updates.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised venues and storage areas.
• Monitor health, safety, and guest wellbeing

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Our ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years of industry experience
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• LCQ qualification
• Full driver’s licence
• Duty Manager Certification (or willingess to obtain ASAP)

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This is a permanent minimum 30 hour role suited to someone solutions driven, who enjoys variety, and love creating memorable experiences, we’d love to hear from you

‍What's next | Te ara ki tua

If all this sounds good and you think you might like to join the team, we would love to hear from you!

Interested applicants, please apply here including a Cover Letter and CV by 08 Dec.

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