Restaurant Manager - Invercargill


Restaurant Managers at BK are hands-on, team focused and love winning!

Burger King NZ is now 100% kiwi-owned and we're all about growth and creating a great place to work. If you're passionate about leading a team, working in a fast-paced environment and are looking to advance your career, then this could be the opportunity for you!

This is a brilliant time to join BK and manage our Invercargill Restaurant!

You must be able to work some night and weekend shifts!

About the Role:

  • Our Restaurant Manager's understand that fast-food can be challenging and rewarding all at once.
  • They are accountable for all restaurant standards and for building the desired team culture.
  • It's an absolute privilege to manage a team, many who are in their first jobs. You will quickly figure out how to focus on what's important and communicate to your Shift Manager clearly and positively.
  • There is no better environment to develop great business skills for managing all aspects of the restaurant's operation.
  • You will be guided and supported by a very experienced leaders, who want you to be the best you can be.
  • You will also be paid for hours if you work over your normal 40 hours working week.
What we offer you:
  • Permanent employment.
  • Guaranteed hours of 40 hours per week to be worked over any 5 days of the week, Monday to Sunday. Hours and days of work will depending on the rostered shifts you are assigned.
  • Additional hours, if agreed, are also paid (hours over 80 per fortnight).
  • Salary: $66-70K gross per annum, depending on skills and experience.
  • In addition to a base salary, will be rewarded a monthly incentive based on the financial and operational performance of the restaurant.
  • Opportunity to continue to learn and grow your career with us!
  • Best Benefits: Free meal every shift, an employee Tahua Group discount card that gets half price discounts at BK, Starbucks, Torpedo 7, Popeyes, No.1 Shoes/ Hannahs and Resonate.
  • Kiwi Owned: We're 100% owned by a great kiwi company who are investing in us.
Requirements:
  • At least 3 years management experience in a high volume QSR or Hospitality environment, organising teams and controlling a store operation.
  • Management of a team of 10-15 staff is preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and manage performance.
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
  • Strong understanding of operational systems, health and safety and ER best practice.
  • Great with connecting with people and customer service.
  • Effective management style with proven experience on staff training, development and motivation.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to create a positive culture and working environment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations and hygiene practices.
  • Ability to motivate and lead the team towards success.
  • Exceptional presentation, time management and attention to detail.
  • Tech Savvy skills to enable you to navigate restaurant management software and point-of-sale systems.
  • Unpacking stock deliveries and inventory (involves heavy lifting).

 

If you are interested in joining us, apply now!

Apply now

Full-time

Job no: BDAH66792

Location: Invercargill

Brand: Burger King

Closing Date: Thursday, 5 March 2026