CURRENT VACANCIES
At Riverstone Kitchen, we’re always on the lookout for passionate, dedicated individuals who share our love for exceptional food and hospitality. As an award-winning restaurant in the heart of North Canterbury, we pride ourselves on creating memorable dining experiences, using the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from our garden and local producers.
Whether you're an aspiring chef, an experienced kitchen professional, or a front-of-house expert, there’s a place for you at Riverstone Kitchen. We value creativity, teamwork, and a genuine passion for good food, and we’re committed to supporting our team’s growth and development. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of something special, explore our current job opportunities below.
Join us in delivering exceptional food and creating lasting memories for our guests—apply today!
Immediate start available for the right candidates.
Front of House / Barista
Full-Time Long Term
Join Our Award-Winning Team at Riverstone Kitchen!
Are you passionate about hospitality and love creating memorable experiences for guests? Riverstone Kitchen is on the lookout for enthusiastic and friendly Front of House team members to join us in delivering exceptional service in one of New Zealand’s most celebrated regional restaurants.
Nestled in the stunning North Otago countryside, Riverstone Kitchen is known for its warm hospitality, fresh local cuisine, and vibrant atmosphere. We are currently hiring for full-time, part-time, and casual Front of House roles—perfect for anyone looking to grow their career or pick up flexible work in a dynamic, supportive environment.
About Us:
Riverstone Kitchen is a proudly family-owned, award-winning restaurant dedicated to showcasing the best of local and seasonal produce. With a reputation for outstanding food and service, we’ve become a favourite for both locals and visitors. Our team culture is supportive, inclusive, and focused on excellence.
The Role:
As a member of our Front of House team, you’ll be the face of Riverstone Kitchen—welcoming guests, taking orders, serving food and drinks, and ensuring every visitor enjoys a memorable experience. Whether you're looking to build a career in hospitality or just love working with people, we offer hands-on experience in a fast-paced, fun environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide warm, professional service with genuine care and enthusiasm
Greet and seat guests, manage bookings, and maintain a smooth flow of service
Take orders and communicate effectively with the kitchen and bar teams
Serve food and beverages with attention to detail and timing
Keep the dining area clean, tidy, and beautifully presented
Work collaboratively with the team to ensure a seamless guest experience
What We’re Looking For:
A passion for hospitality and creating great guest experiences
Friendly, confident communication skills and a can-do attitude
A reliable team player who thrives in a busy environment
Previous experience is a bonus, but not essential, we’ll train the right people
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
Long term staff member
Why Join Us?
A beautiful workplace and a welcoming, close-knit team
Staff meals, training, and support to grow your skills
Career progression available for those looking to advance
Be part of a business that values quality, sustainability, and people
Competitive remuneration
If you're friendly, motivated, and ready to be part of a team that’s passionate about great food and genuine hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of Riverstone Kitchen!
CAREERS AT RIVERSTONE KITCHEN
Riverstone Kitchen is a vibrant and busy restaurant with a dedicated team, passionate about delivering a high-quality food and dining experience.
Situated in rural Otago, 15km north of Oamaru, Riverstone Kitchen creates its menu based around the seasonal produce sourced from its extensive kitchen gardens and local suppliers. Our food is simple, full of flavour and delivered with exceptional quality and care.
Everything is made on site, from scratch, including bread, pastry, ice cream, stocks, sauces, sausages, bacon – we do it all! We also breakdown all our lambs in house along with the occasional pig and beef cow. If you want variety in your workday – we have it.
Riverstone Kitchen is made possible by our people. Our focus is on creating a team environment that feels like family. We are all about having a work-life balance and we strive to create an exceptional hospitality experience for both customers and staff.
We are centrally located within the South Island, close to good beaches for surfing, lakes for fishing and the mountains for hunting, tramping, and skiing. So, if you are looking to create your own work-life balance, whilst still working for a busy high-end establishment, Riverstone Kitchen is the place for you.
If you want a career where you’ll be inspired to achieve success, see our job opportunities, and apply online.
