Ellerslie Events

While most people see the glamour, colour, and excitement of racedays, there’s a whole other world happening behind the scenes - and it starts well before the first glass of bubbles is poured.

Our incredible kitchen team has been hard at work in the lead-up to Tuesday's Melbourne Cup Day here at Ellerslie, crafting a menu that captures the spirit of the Cup while keeping service seamless on what is one of our busiest hospitality days of the year.

From early-morning prep to last-minute plating, every dish that leaves the pass is the result of days (and nights!) of planning, precision, and teamwork.

A huge shout-out to our chefs, kitchen crew, and front-of-house team who help bring the raceday experience to life for our guests.

You can read more about our Melbourne Cup Day offering and what goes into creating it in this feature by Restaurant & Café:

Melbourne Cup Luxury at Ellerslie - Restaurant & Café Ellerslie Racecourse is gearing up for Melbourne Cup, as Executive Chef Paul Barrett prepares to showcase luxury on the menu.

🌟 JOIN THE DREAM🌟 | We're on the hunt for a couple of superstars to join our team in the roles of banquet duty manager and assistant beverage manager.

If that sounds like a bit of you, follow the link to learn more: https://www.ellerslieevents.co.nz/contact/careers/

OR if you know someone who might fit the brief, be sure to tag them in to this post!

Love people, lists and keeping things running smoothly? We're looking for a people-person with admin flair to take on the role of reception & office administrator. Sound like you (or someone you know)? 🐎✨📞 Details here: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/84041206

WIN🌟 We're giving you the chance to WIN x2 one hour massages (one for you, one for a friend). To enter, visit our Instagram ➡️
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WIN a 60-minute massage for you and your favourite human 🙏🛁 🙏 Whether it’s a Shanti, Veda, Balinese or a side-by-side massage for two - you and your tagged friend could be blissed out at Auckland’s East Day Spa on us. TO ENTER: 🌟 Follow @ellerslieevents 🌟 Tag the friend you’d treat if you won Enter as many times as you like — just tag a new mate each time and MAKE SURE YOU’RE FOLLOWING US 😜 Comp closes 11.59pm, 30 April 2025. Winner announced here. More Ts&Cs in comments ⬇️