Interview Q's

Question 1

Name the 4 indicators of intoxication

Answer 1

Speech
Coordination
Appearance
Behaviour
(SCAB)

Question 2

A - If a certified manager at your premises takes annual leave for 2 weeks, do you need to apply for a temporary or acting Duty Manager?

B - Where should you record this?

C - Who should be notified?

Answer 2

A - acting Duty Manager
B - the manager’s register
C - the District Licensing Committee

Question 3

What’s the difference between an Acting and Temporary Duty Manager?

Answer 3

A temporary DM is for situations in which your usual manager is absent for an undefined amount of time or leaves their position without warning.

An acting DM is for situations in which your usual manager is absent for a pre-determined amount of time or cannot make a one-off shift, like if they are going on leave or have called in sick.

Question 4

As a temporary DM, when should you apply for your own Duty Manager’s Certificate?

Answer 4

Within two working days of becoming temporary DM. You can continue to work as a temporary DM until the result of this application is determined.

Question 5

How long can you be an acting DM for?

Answer 5

You can be an acting DM for up to three weeks at a time, and a total of 6 weeks in any 12 month time period.

Question 6

Who is responsible for checking ID?

Answer 6

Everyone - bar staff, door staff, etc. At Pinot this would mean all artist hosts should be checking ID before selling alcohol or if we think any of our guests look younger than 25. At YOPS, this would mean that all 3 of us should be checking ID before any alcohol sales.

Question 7

What is the definition of low alcohol?

Answer 7

Less than 2.5% alcohol content but more than 1.15%

Question 8

What are the four statutory days where there are trade restrictions for an On and Off License?

Answer 8

Christmas Day
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Before 1pm on ANZAC day

Question 9

Can a minor be in a supervised area?

Answer 9

Yes, but only if accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

Question 10

Can a minor consume alcohol in a supervised area?

Answer 10

Yes, but only if they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and if the alcohol was purchased for them by said parent or guardian.

Question 11

Can a minor be in a restricted area?

Answer 11

No.

Question 12

What would you do if you were approached by a customer who advised they had been sexually assaulted on your premises?

Answer 12

• Find them a comfortable and safe space to sit within the premises, away from the offending patron
• Notify security as well as other staff members onsite
• If possible, politely but assertively ask the offending patron to leave, however don’t compromise your own safety in this situation. Ask other staff members to help you if possible, or pass the issue over to security.

Question 13

What would you do if you thought a customer was being taken advantage of by another customer?

Answer 13

• Aim to separate the two customers in a non-confrontational manner if possible
• Offer both customers water, or the option of food, in case intoxication has become a factor in the issue
• Notify security and other staff members of the issue
• If possible, remove the offending customer from the premises or politely yet assertively ask them to leave.
• Ask the customer being taken advantage of if they are okay, escort to a safe and comfortable space within the premises if they need it.

Question 14

How long is the original Manager’s Certificate current for?

Answer 14

One year, and then you must reapply every three years.

Question 15

In regards to intoxication, as a manager or a licensee, what does the Act specifically prohibit? (name 3)

Answer 15

• allowing someone intoxicated onto the premises
• allowing someone to become intoxicated on the premises
• allowing someone that you know is intoxicated to remain on the premises
• to become intoxicated yourself on the premises
• to sell or supply alcohol to someone who is intoxicated
• allowing disorderly conduct

Question 16

What is the role of the Duty Manager?

Answer 16

The Duty Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and the enforcement of, the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, the conditions of the premises licence, as well as the conduct of the premises and those who work within it.

Their aim is to make sure that alcohol is sold and supplied safely and responsibly, as well as to reduce alcohol related harm on the premises.

Question 17

What is the full name of ‘the Act’?

Answer 17

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

Question 18

What is the object of the Act?

Answer 18

• that the sale, supply and consumption of alcohol is undertaken safely and responsibly
• that the harm caused by excessive or inappropriate consumption of alcohol should be minimised

Question 19

What is the purpose of the Act?

Answer 19

To ensure the safe and responsible sale and supply of alcohol, to minimise harm caused by intoxication and inappropriate consumption of alcohol, and to provide a set of rules for licensed premises to follow to achieve this.

Question 20

Name four of the conditions on your alcohol licence:

Answer 20

• certain days and hours of alcohol sale/supply
• availability of food (snacks, hot food proven to reduce effects of intoxication on the body)
• availability of free water
• availability of low/non alcoholic beverages
• prominent signage - DM name, intoxication, minors, etc.

Question 21

When checking for ID, what should you do? (name 4)

Answer 21

• have the patron remove the ID from their wallet so you can see it properly
• check date of birth
• look at picture, compare distinguishing features on photo with patron
• check the edges and surface of ID (damage, potential fake ID, etc)
• ask for further verification - another form of ID etc.
• check signature

Question 22

What are the valid forms of ID in Aotearoa when wanting to purchase alcohol or enter a restricted premises?

Answer 22

• NZ driver’s licence
• passport
• kiwi access/18+ card