Assistant Manager (Casual)
Assistant Manager (Casual) – Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation
Location: Balclutha/Benhar
Hours: Casual – minimum 4 hours per week, with additional cover opportunities
Fern & Thistle is a boutique accommodation just outside of Balclutha, offering luxury stays, a spa, sauna and a welcoming guest experience. We’re looking for a flexible and reliable Assistant Manager to join our small team.
About the Role
You’ll be trained across all areas of our day-to-day operations, including:
- Cleaning and preparing guest rooms to a high standard
- Making beds and maintaining presentation standards
- Answering phone calls and guest inquiries
- Managing bookings and guest check-ins through our online booking system
- Taking payments and handling basic administration
This is a hands-on role that requires initiative, attention to detail, and a friendly attitude toward guests.
Requirements
- Must live locally in Balclutha or nearby
- Flexible with hours and available for short-notice cover
- Reliable, honest, and self-motivated
- Comfortable using computers and learning booking software
- Previous cleaning, hospitality, or customer service experience is an advantage
Hours & Pay
- Minimum 4 hours per week
- Additional hours available for manager cover and during busy periods
- Pay rate based on experience
If you’re looking for a flexible role in a beautiful setting with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a brief note about why you’d be a great fit for Fern & Thistle fernandthistlenz@gmail.com

- Classifications: Accommodation & Food Services,
- Company: Fern and Thistle NZ
- Work Type: Casual
- Sector: Private
- Town: Balclutha
- Region: Balclutha
- Country: New Zealand