New Zealand Job Openings

Mitre10

Front of House Café Assistant (FIXED-TERM) - Columbus Coffee Whangaparāoa

Auckland

October 13, 2024

About us
As a Kiwi-owned business partnering with some of New Zealand’s best-known brands, we combine the special, local family feel of a small business with the support of national networks, infrastructure, systems, and training.
Since our inception in 2009, starting with a small Mitre 10 store in Warkworth, we’ve grown to be the largest group of stores within the Mitre 10 network. We proudly offer customers a unique shopping experience in New Zealand's largest hardware retail store, Mitre 10 MEGA Albany, and in our New Lynn, Warkworth, Whangaparaoa, and Silverdale locations—each with a Columbus Coffee café. We also operate a Distribution Centre and a Frame and Truss Manufacturing Plant.
Partnering with Columbus Coffee, one of New Zealand’s most recognized brands, we’ve built a successful collaboration serving premium café food and award-winning coffees within our Mitre 10 and Mitre 10 MEGA stores. Working with Columbus Coffee offers you the chance to join a world-class café group.
At our Whangaparaoa Café, we take pride in serving delicious meals and superb coffee. Enjoy classic Kiwi breakfasts and fabulous lunch options in the relaxing atmosphere of our garden centre.

About the job

Hourly rate: $23.15–$24.50 (dependent on skill and experience)
Location: On-site in Whangaparaoa (Stanmore Bay)
Contract: Fixed term for 4 months (29/10 – 08/02)
Hours: 20 hours per week—Monday, Thursday (10:00–14:00), Friday (08:00–15:30), Sunday (09:00–14:30)

About the role
Our café, located within Mitre 10 Whangaparaoa, is a popular meeting spot for the local community. This full-function front-of-house role includes:

Monitoring the barista/coffee counter for service supplies (cups, plates, cutlery, etc.) to maintain quick service times.
Preparing and presenting counter food and beverages.
Processing orders and responding to customer requests.
Maintaining high standards of food and general hygiene.
Supporting the kitchen team as needed.

What will you bring?

Previous barista skills preferred (hourly rate reflects experience and skill).
Experience in a fast-paced café environment, able to work well under pressure.
Passion and knowledge about food and beverages.
Strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
Excellent communication skills, working effectively in a small team.
Flexibility to work during peak periods, including weekends and public holidays.

Apply now
Joining Columbus Coffee offers an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class café group. With over 70 stores across New Zealand, we’re always looking for exceptional people to help deliver the Columbus experience. Apply now, and let’s chat about how you can be part of our team!

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