Pay Rates
Below is a list of the average pay rates you can expect whilst working in Queenstown (not specifically for Addstaff). As an agency we pay above the hourly rates listed below. These are starting rates and will depend on each job (and its degree of difficulty) as well as previous experience, length of stay etc.
Hospitality Industry:
Housekeeper: - $13 approx + per hour
Kitchenhand: - $13 approx + per hour
Wait/Bar: - $13 approx + per hour
Chef: $19 approx + per hour
Labour: $14 approx + per hour
Admin: $14 approx + per hour
Accommodation
There are plenty of options for accommodation in Queenstown, from the budgeting backpacker to the millionaire. Click on the links below for options:
www.qac.co.nz
www.queenstown-nz.co.nz
www.justqueenstown.co.nz
Backpackers & Hostels
Queenstown is home to more than your fair share of backpackers and hostels. The average rate is around 0 to 0 per week in a dorm room. For more information or to book, your travel guide will have contact details or, follow the following links:
www.queenstown-nz.co.nz
www.justqueenstown.co.nz
Hotels & Motels
Again, Queenstown has more Hotels & Motels than most towns. Prices will vary greatly depending on availability and seasonality so do your research and book ahead. Your trusty travel guide should have a few contact details but also follow the links for more information:
www.queenstown-nz.co.nz
www.justqueenstown.co.nz
Rental Accommodation
Once you're settled in Queenstown finding your own room can be a big priority. Share houses and flats will be the best and most affordable way to find your own bit of space as starting your own lease can be a very expensive alternative. The average bedroom will range from around 0 to 0 per room, expect to pay around 0 for twin/couple. You will also have to contribute to phone and power (beware of the heater, power bills are notoriously expensive in the Queenstown winter months).
The best places to start are the local papers, "The Mountain Scene" and "The Mirror" which come out every Thursday and Wednesday respectively. There are several notice-boards around town as well (try Fresh Choice, Subway, O'Connells Food Court and your hostel).
If you're determined to do it on your own then there are several property management companies in town who can help, once again, the links below can help. www.qac.co.nz
www.queenstown-nz.co.nz
www.justqueenstown.co.nz
Winter Season
Queenstown's winter ski season is from early June - early October. During the months of May & June it can be very difficult to find work in town so if you plan to arrive at this time make sure you are prepared for this possibility. We start to have a good level of work again at the start of July.
Once the winter kicks in, Queenstown is a fantastic place to be - for the best deals in town on ski/snowboard rental gear visit www.greentoad.co.nz.
Summer Season
Queenstown's summer season is from December - end April. We always have an abundance of work at this time and Queenstown is often crying out for workers. There is always a lot of hospitality and labouring temp work available and keep an eye on our website Job Board for any permanent opportunities.
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