Waikino Hotel

Waikino Hotel

Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

The Waikino Hotel is available to cater for private functions, weddings, club meetings or relaxed gatherings. Contact us to discuss your event requirements and catering needs.

04/09/2024

Around the World night happening this Friday 6th September. This month we are off to Spain - so come on down and join us for a Tapas experience. A variety of 5 on offer - choose any 2 for $20.
"nos vemos allí"

22/08/2024

Don;t miss out on Kaimai Distillery's latest release - a very special and very small batch of Fathers Day Spiced Rum.
Pop in and get yours today while stocks last!!!

⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 BOTTLES ONLY ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Here's to all the rad dads!
Introducing our latest creation: a spiced rum that's a symphony of flavours - licorice, citrus, molasses, zesty ginger, and a hint of cloves.
It's the ultimate warm hug as we bid adieu to the chilly season.
Enjoy it with a splash of dry ginger ale or savour it neat over ice.
A top-notch treat for Father's Day!

Available only at the Waikino Hotel

28/07/2024

Beautiful day for it in Waikino 😁

25/07/2024

Introducing The Waikino Taverns latest happening...
🌎 AROUND THE WORLD NIGHT 🌎
The first Friday of every month from 5-7pm we'll be serving up international cuisine.
Next Friday (2nd August) we're going to India!
Butter Chicken or Butter Paneer with Naan Bread - only $20 per person.

Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

Photos from Waikino Hotel's post 17/07/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Friday night for what sure was a night of
BOOZE, B***Y & BANTER!

Who knew we had such a collective of talented artists in our little town?! (Some not so much - you know who you are!!) 😂

It was great to hear the echoes of laughter bellowing out of the restaurant so again, thank you, and we look forward to seeing you all again soon.

08/07/2024

We are a historic Tavern who pride ourselves on being a family friendly bar and restaurant located in the beautiful Karangahake Gorge directly on the Hauraki Rail Trail cycleway. We are looking for a positive, motivated, and fun personality to join our team. You will be a great Chef with experience in a busy kitchen and will be responsible for staff training, food costings and compliance with the FCP. In addition we are home to the Award winning Kaimai Craft Distillery who are keen to ensure we grab a superstar to create amazing food pairing to go with their amazing Eliza Claim Gin / Spiced Rum & Moonshine.

Qualifications & experience

Previous experience and success in a similar role
Creative mindset and ability to bring strong ideas to the venue
Excellent leadership skills and the ability to be a team player
Strong communication skills
Reliable and hardworking
Ability to foster a strong team culture
Strong organisational skills and a high level of presentation
Tasks & responsibilities

Regularly creating and updating specials board & menus
Work to established KPI's
Ensure consistent high standards of food preparation, presentation and quality are maintained
The daily running of the kitchen, purchasing, as well as carrying out stock takes
Daily communication with Business Management
Forecasting and Ordering
Comply with Food Safety Plan and processes
Training and mentoring kitchen staff
Benefits

Competitive salary
Work/Lifestyle Balance
No late nights!!

If you feel you have the skill set to achieve great things and join our team - send us your CV - [email protected] or better still drop in and see us

03/07/2024

Wednesdays night meal this week is Banger's all round. Come on down to the Kino, have a cold beer in front of our roaring fire and enjoy free games of pool.
Lamb & Chicken or Rosemary & Sage Sausages served with a Creamy Potato Mash & Caramelised Onions. Great value at only $15 per serve.
Gates open at 5.30pm - don't be late or you might miss out!!!

Photos from Waikino Hotel's post 02/06/2024

Serving up deliciousness at the Kino today and always.
Juicy burgers, succulent salmon and loaded nachos!

01/06/2024

Is it even pizza if you haven’t burnt the roof of your mouth on hot cheese?! 🍕

Come check out our new menu and don’t forget to blow before you bite!

29/05/2024

🍸 DISCOUNTED MARTINI’S ALL WEEKEND🍸

If you’ve ever needed an excuse to treat yourself to a martini then the Kings birthday is it!!

Did you know it’s his favourite drink?

So bring the King in your life down to the Waikino Tavern and celebrate the long weekend in style 😎

26/05/2024

Nothing like a bitta comfort food on a rainy Sunday afternoon!

Photos from Waikino Hotel's post 26/05/2024

It’s mornings like these that make us proud as punch to be a part of the Waikino Community.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our Pink Ribbon Breakfadt this morning 🩷
The turn out was great - we raised a lot of money for a fabulous cause and got to enjoy a delicious breakfast including our Agatha’s Tears gin cured salmon and Eliza’s Claim Ruby gin tiramisu carefully created by our wonderful chef, Joey.

What better way to start a lazy Sunday morning 🤗

27/03/2024

Get in quick guys! Very limited stock

27/03/2024

Hi Folks, unfortunately, due to the power outage, we will be closed for the rest of the day (Wednesday). Unfortunately this means that Locals Evening can't go ahead tonight as planned, but never fear, we will just postpone it until tomorrow (Thursday) evening . Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

26/03/2024

Update: Thank you so much for the tremendous support for this charitable event, and a special thanks to those who have already booked. Unfortunately we are at capacity and cannot take any more bookings.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars!
Our pink ribbon breakfast supports a great cause and is only $20 per person 💕

Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

26/03/2024

Wednesday Locals meal is a couple of old favourites as the weather starts to cool - Spaghetti Bolognese or Pumpkin & Spinach Cannelloni - $15 per serve - gates open at 5.30pm. While you're here, how about trying our latest release all ready for Easter - Chocolate Vodka (that naughty indulgence without the guilt!!)
See you all tomorrow night!!

11/03/2024

Join us for breakfast on the 26th May 10am-12pm to help us raise money for the breast cancer foundation NZ.
Only $20 per person - we hope to see you all there! 🩷

04/03/2024

Friends are like four-leaf clovers: hard to find, but lucky to have. So come join them in celebrating St Patrick's Day on 16 March at the Waikino Hotel

Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

09/02/2024

💝 Raspberry Chocolate,
What more can we say?
The perfect gift
For Valentines Day! 💝
We’ve only a few bottles left of our LIMITED EDITION Raspberry Chocolate Vodka for that special someone this Valentines Day.
Only available at the Waikino Tavern - get in quick!
Delicious on ice, in your favourite cocktail, or with a simple mixer.
We particularly enjoy it in a raspberry martini or with a dash or dry lemonade.

Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

Kaimai Distillery 01/02/2024

They’ve done it again!
Head down to us at the Waikino Hotel for your limited edition bottle of Raspberry Chocolate Vodka - carefully crafted for you to treat your special someone this Valentines Day.

💝 Only 20 bottles so get in quick! 💝

Kaimai Distillery

28/01/2024

Until 4pm today

23/01/2024

Grab your tickets! It’s going to be a fun-filled afternoon!

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Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

19/01/2024

Friday night at the Kino - come on down and enjoy an amazing meal whilst enjoying a Manaia Beer or an Eliza's Claim Gin. Chef is offering a special Chicken Parmigiana with Salad & Fires - $25 or $20 for Social Club Members. Get in quick as these are sure to fly out the door real quick. And don't forget that tonights Social Club draw is $150 so get here by 6pm or you may miss out!!!

19/12/2023

A message to our faithful followers of Wednesday’s locals night – there will be no locals meal tonight as we are taking a break for the next few weeks to get through the hectic days ahead. We will however be putting up a new menu in the near future which will still have a number of everyones favourites but also some new and exciting dishes for you to try. Our restaurant will still be open tonight if you are wanting a bite to eat and the pool tables will be free from 5.30pm.

15/12/2023

It’s back! 🙌🏻

Come on down from 12pm this weekend for a tasting at the Kaimai Gin Bar - featuring the brand new🎄DRUNKEN ELF CHRISTMAS GIN 🎄

14/12/2023

🎄 Introducing The Drunken Elf Christmas Gin!! 🎄

Reminiscent of Christmas pudding, fruit cake and beautifully spiced.

Available for purchase only through the Waikino Hotel - very limited stock so get in quick!

Waikino Hotel Waikino Hotel, Bar, Kitchen & Distillery offers relaxed dining, craft beers & award winning Gins.

06/12/2023

Kia Ora Folks,

Unfortunately the pub will be closed today but we look forward to seeing you all back from 12pm tomorrow.

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8541 State Highway 2
Waikino
3682

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm