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As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for restaurant roles including waitstaff and kitchen hands is NZ$24.00 per hour as of 1 April 2026. The starting-out wage for 16-17 year olds is NZ$19.20 per hour and the training wage is NZ$21.60 per hour under the same rates. Employers must pay at least these rates for all hours worked including split shifts common in hospitality.

As per Immigration New Zealand, holders of a Straight to Residence visa or Accredited Employer Work Visa can work in restaurant jobs if the role is on the Green List or meets the median wage threshold of NZ$29.66 per hour. Applications require a job offer from an accredited employer and must be submitted online before starting work. Working without the correct visa can result in removal from New Zealand.

As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, no formal education qualification is required for entry-level restaurant positions such as kitchen hand or waiter. Employers typically require at least 3 months of relevant experience for roles involving food service or 6 months for supervisory positions. A current food safety certificate is mandatory for any role handling food under the Food Act 2014.

As per Immigration New Zealand, applicants must provide a valid passport, curriculum vitae, proof of right to work and a food safety certificate when applying for restaurant roles. Additional documents include references from previous hospitality employers and a completed IR330 tax form for payroll setup. Applications are submitted directly to employers via their websites or in person at the premises.