Barista

WhatJobs?; Auckland; On-site; NZD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week

Staff discounts

Brand training

Job summary

Cha Panda in Auckland is seeking a skilled Barista to join our team and help maintain the drink quality and service standards our brand is built on.

In this fast‑paced, high‑volume outlet you will prepare espresso and tea products, operate machines, greet customers, take orders, handle payments, and assist with training new staff.

Availability for weekends, evenings and public holidays and legal entitlement to work in New Zealand are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate espresso and beverage equipment in a high-volume setting.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Experience as a Barista or in beverage prep in a café/tea shop/quick-service environment; Level 4 qualification preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve the full beverage range to brand recipe and presentation standards.
• Operate and maintain espresso machines, tea brewing equipment, blenders, sealing machines and fructose dispensers.
• Cook and prepare toppings and add-ons to required texture and holding-time standards.
• Greet customers, take and process orders, provide product recommendations and handle payments via POS/EFTPOS.
• Monitor beverage quality, sugar and ice levels, and consistency across orders.
• Maintain stock rotation, daily par-level checks and report shortages to the Store Manager.
• Clean and sanitise equipment, benches and service areas per Food Control Plan.
• Assist with training new team members on recipes and equipment use.

Skills

Espresso beverage mastery

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

English communication

Flexible roster

Education

Level 4 qualification in beverage/foodservice (preferred)

Job description

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Cha Panda is a fast-growing tea beverage brand known for freshly brewed tea, hand-crafted fruit teas and premium milk tea. Our Auckland store is a busy, high-volume outlet serving a diverse customer base. We are looking for a skilled Barista to join our team and help maintain the drink quality and service standards our brand is built on.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve the full beverage range to brand recipe and presentation standards, including espresso-based coffee, freshly brewed tea bases, milk teas, fruit teas and specialty blends
• Operate and maintain espresso machines, tea brewing equipment, blenders, sealing machines and fructose dispensers
• Cook and prepare toppings and add-ons (tapioca pearls, jellies, puddings, fresh fruit) to required texture and holding-time standards
• Greet customers, take and process orders, provide product recommendations and handle payments via POS and EFTPOS
• Monitor beverage quality, sugar and ice levels, and consistency across every order
• Maintain stock rotation, complete daily par-level checks and report shortages to the Store Manager
• Clean and sanitise equipment, benches and service areas in line with Food Control Plan requirements
• Assist with training new team members on recipes and equipment use

Skills and experience required

• Demonstrated ability to operate espresso and beverage equipment to a consistent standard in a high-volume setting
• Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Relevant experience as a Barista or in beverage preparation in a café, tea shop or quick-service environment, or a relevant Level 4 qualification preferred, however, they are not mandatory.
• Strong customer service skills and clear communication in English
• Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, evenings and public holidays
• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand at the time of application

What we offer

• Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week
• Full brand training on recipes, equipment and service standards
• Staff discounts and a supportive team environment
• Opportunities to progress to Shift Supervisor