Work, Explore, Thrive - The Fat Duck Way
At The Fat Duck, great people and great culture come first – we support each other, live our values, and make the most of the incredible Fiordland backyard we call home.
MISSiON
To be Southland’s favourite restaurant by creating an environment that prides itself on warm hospitality, professional and friendly service and great food. For us, every day is an opportunity to learn and give back to our people and our community.
Vision
Working to build a better, more sustainable hospitality industry by focusing on strong systemisation, finance, leadership and culture.
By building a great business, we can create further opportunities and have a lifelong impact on our team.
Values

RESPECT
In everything we do

SUSTAINABILITY
Strong finance, team, business and care for our world.

Growth
We strive to always learn, grow, develop and innovate.

People as a priority
Ourselves, our team, our families, our community and our customers.

Hospitality
Going above and beyond.
Team Perks at The Fat Duck
Health & Wellbeing
Subsidised Gym Memberships – move your body, feel good.
Massage Discounts – with Rachael from Mirimiri Massage & Holistic Wellbeing.
Free Flu Jabs – because sick leave isn’t a holiday.
Local Adventures – enjoy discounted trips with Te Anau’s best local tour operators.
On & Off Duty Benefits
- Staff Meals While Working – free staff meals and drinks during your shift.
- Off Duty Dining – 30% off food and drink for you and up to 3 guests (max 4 per booking), twice a month.
Growth & Learning
Career Development – including a clear career road map within the business, one-on-one coaching, financial literacy training, and leadership development opportunities.
Hospitality Courses – in-house leadership and hospitality training through The Hospitality Company.
Typsy Learning Platform – access to digital training through Hospitality NZ.
Weekly Team Huddles – part of our open-book management culture where we review business performance and grow together.
Bonuses & Extras
Performance Incentive Program (PIP) – earn extra each week when we hit targets.
Weekly Tips – shared fairly based on hours worked.
life at the fat duck
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Join a passionate team delivering award-winning food and genuine southern hospitality in the heart of Te Anau.
Front of House All-Rounder | The Fat Duck Restaurant \u2013 Te Anau<\/strong><\/p> The Fat Duck Restaurant is an award-winning gastropub located in beautiful Te Anau, on the edge of Fiordland National Park. With world-class outdoor adventures and the lake right on our doorstep, this is a unique opportunity to live and work in one of New Zealand\u2019s most stunning regions \u2014 just a short drive from Queenstown and Invercargill.<\/p> <\/p> We\u2019re on the lookout for an experienced Front of House All-Rounder<\/strong> who thrives in a fast-paced environment, genuinely enjoys engaging with guests, and wants to be part of a supportive, high-performing team. <\/p> <\/p> At The Fat Duck, we take pride in what we do \u2014 but we also believe work should be enjoyable. We value strong team culture, personal growth, and creating an environment where people can develop their skills and progress.<\/p> <\/p> What you\u2019ll be doing:<\/strong><\/p> What we\u2019re looking for:<\/strong><\/p> What we offer:<\/strong><\/p> Hours:<\/strong><\/p> Please note:<\/strong> Applicants must currently be in New Zealand with a valid open work visa. Sponsorship is not available. This is a permanent full-time position, and not suitable for backpackers or those on Working Holiday Visa's.<\/p> <\/p> If you\u2019re passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a team that values both performance and people, we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p> <\/p> Successful applications will be contacted within two weeks for interview. <\/p>",
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