Company
Alliance Visas
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Job type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job description
RATE OF PAY: Starting at $19.95/hrCLASSIFICATION: Full-time; 30-40 hours per weekLOCATION: WhistlerDATE OF JOINING: Summer 2023Perform a variety of cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming and making bedsRemove used linens/trash from departed roomsCheck stocking levels of all consumables and replace them when appropriateEnsure rooms are cared for and inspected according to standardsWork with likeminded people who share your love of mountain lifestyleFriends and family hotel discountExtended health benefits after 6 monthsHealth and wellness benefit after 6 months (can be used for ski pass, gym membership, sports equipment, etc.)RRSP matching after 6 months of employmentSubsidized staff accommodation for 1 year
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What is the exact minimum hourly rate for restaurant workers in New Zealand from 1 April 2026?
As per MBIE, the adult minimum wage for restaurant roles in New Zealand is NZ$25.00 per hour from 1 April 2026. Workers aged 16-17 receive NZ$20.00 per hour and the starting-out wage is NZ$22.50 per hour. Employers must pay at least time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 per week.
Source: Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
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Which visa allows international applicants to work in New Zealand restaurants in 2026 without a job offer first?
Immigration New Zealand requires holders of the Specific Purpose Work Visa to have a confirmed restaurant job offer before arrival. The Accredited Employer Work Visa needs an approved employer and job for up to three years. No visa permits restaurant work on a visitor entry in 2026.
Source: Immigration New Zealand
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Do restaurant jobs in New Zealand require formal qualifications or can experience alone qualify applicants in 2026?
MBIE states no formal qualification is mandatory for most restaurant positions such as waiter or kitchen hand. Applicants need only demonstrate 6 months relevant paid experience or completion of a Level 3 hospitality certificate. Food handlers must hold a current NZQA unit standard 167 or equivalent hygiene certificate.
Source: Employment New Zealand
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What exact documents must be uploaded when applying for a restaurant job through New Zealand government portals in 2026?
Employment New Zealand lists the required documents as a current CV, NZQA-recognised qualifications, photo ID and IRD number. International applicants must also upload a valid passport and work visa. No cover letter is mandated but references from previous employers dated within 12 months are compulsory.
Source: Employment New Zealand