Ready to ditch the ordinary and level up your Queenstown lifestyle?
Say goodbye to traffic jams and hello to a legendary commute - when you join the team at the iconic Colonel's Homestead at Walter Peak, your ride to work is aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw. Not your average ferry ride!
We're on the lookout for enthusiastic Food & Beverage legends to join our vibrant crew at one of Queenstown's most iconic destinations. If you're already living locally and have your accommodation sorted, we'd love to have you on board to help us deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
Whether you're a barista pro, a hospitality hero, or someone who simply loves making people feel welcome, you'll thrive in our fun, close-knit team. At Colonel's Homestead, we're all about top-tier service - with a side of good vibes.
We're hiring for the busy summer season (September 2025 - April 2026), with permanent roles available for the right candidates.
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience in Food & Beverage
- Barista skills and/or bar knowledge
- A passion for creating memorable customer experiences
- Already based in Queenstown
- A Duty Manager's Certificate is a bonus, but not essential
What's in it for you?
- Full-time summer roles with guaranteed hours
- Epic staff perks: Bring a mate and explore RealNZ's adventures - either free or at a sweet discount! Think whitewater rafting, Te Anau Glowworm Caves, Milford and Doubtful Sound cruises, and Rakiura adventures.
Real people, real places, real experiences. Welcome to Real.
When's the best time to join the Real whānau? Now's good.
We're the conservation business that's enabled by tourism. We're helping the world, one guest at a time, fall in love with conservation. We're inspiring people to leave their places in better conditions than when they found them. We channel a guest-centric approach that fuels our genuine promise to deliver Aotearoa's most unforgettable experiences.
It's our workplace environment that makes careers at RealNZ more exciting than the regular job. Working for Real could mean you're based anywhere between a secluded island, a scenic fiord, and a snow-capped maunga. Our people, places, and workdays are a great and diverse mixture. It keeps us on our toes and adds value and passion to our work.
At RealNZ, we're committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Guided by our values of Pono (Keep it real) and He waka eke noa (We're all in this together), we embrace and celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that make our team stronger. Everyone is welcome here.
How to apply
Click Apply to be taken to our careers page.
Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.