careers

We believe that hospitality can be a career, not a stop-gap. At Epic you’ll get fast progression and clear leadership pathways. You’ll get coaching, not shouting, real responsibility and numbers you can actually influence. Learn more about how we operate below.

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Why work at Epic?

With multiple iconic venues and a legendary 20,000 customer base, Epic is your chance to grow, learn, lead and become extraordinary! It’s where A-players come 
to learn about business and build careers – not just 
pour drinks.

You’ll learn while you earn

We’re one of a small number of hospitality companies in New Zealand running open book management. We believe that when people understand the business they work in, they care more, contribute more, and grow faster.

Business Literacy

Learn how venues make money and what it costs to keep the doors open.

Weekly Huddles

Recap key metrics and figures and planning for the week / month ahead.

Monthly Training

Group meetings on training, development, education, and shared wins.

Weekly Bonuses

Earn a direct share of the profits whenever the team hits its weekly targets.

You’ll get 
wellbeing perks

The hospitality industry has a complicated relationship with wellbeing. We know this, and we've made a genuine commitment to do something about it. We understand that wellbeing is significantly impacted by the ability to look after 
your body and mind.

Perks for a 
healthy body

All full-time and part-time staff receive complimentary gym and yoga memberships, with an optional swim membership too.

Perks for a 
healthy mind

Every team member has access to our Employee Assistance Programme — free, confidential sessions with a counsellor, whenever you need it.

Perks for a 
healthy soul

Epic staff receive Whānau Status at BATS Theatre, with discounted access to some of the best live performance Pōneke has to offer.

Join the crew

Epic Security Hosts
Full Time
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Epic Management Roles
Full Time
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Epic Front of House Crew
Full Time
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What’s life like at Epic?

I have thoroughly enjoyed working for Epic Hospitality under your guidance over the last 2 years. I have been able to grow, develop new skills and given the freedom to prove my abilities in all aspects of hospitality, marketing and design. I am so grateful for that opportunity!

emma

The journey working together at El Barrio has been delightful, starting with an early project and taking it to one of the top places in NZ has had plenty of challenges but brought more satisfaction and successes. It has been a pleasure to collaborate with such an amazing, human, professional, and truly epic hospitality company. I have no words to describe the enjoyment and happiness I shared with you, managers, staff and customers during the last two and a half years.

pablo

Why work at Epic?

With multiple iconic venues and a legendary 20,000 customer base, Epic is your chance to grow, learn, lead and become extraordinary! It’s where A-players come to learn about business and build careers – not just pour drinks.

Epic Hospitality builds creative, unique venues where Wellingtonians and visitors can meet, eat, drink, and enjoy exceptional hospitality — time and time again. Learn more about our story and the guiding principles that got us here.

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