Barista

Laffare; Wellington; On-site; NZD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

L'affare in Wellington is seeking a passionate barista superstar to join their College Street cafe. This permanent part-time role involves delivering top-notch coffee and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality coffee preparation, testing blends, and leading by example within the team. The ideal candidate has strong technical barista skills and a genuine love for the industry. Applicants must be New Zealand residents or possess a valid working visa.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for coffee and the hospitality industry.
• Eager to share knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside barista team for high-quality coffee.
• Taste and test coffee blends for quality assurance.
• Provide an excellent customer coffee experience.
• Lead and motivate team members in drink preparation.

Skills

Strong technical barista skills

Customer relationship building

Job description

About us:

We’re L’affare. The coffee business. Ever since 1990. We were born out of a love for espresso, in Wellington at our café and HQ.

Our people make us who we are today. We’re a mixed bunch of creative, industrious, adventurous humans, all with a great love for serving NZ the freshest and best coffee possible.

About you:

We are on the look-out for a keen and enthusiastic barista superstar to join our team at our College Street cafe. If creating and delivering top notch coffee is your passion then this is the role for you!

This role involves delivering a high level of service and quality, greeting customers, operating the till system, packaging coffee and Front of House support all whilst working alongside a great team to provide an excellent customer experience.

Day to day in this role you will:

• Work alongside our FOH and barista team to ensure that every cup of coffee that leaves our hands is at the same high quality standard.
• Taste and test our standard and special blends to ensure that the coffee is being prepared and served in the best possible way.
• Provide an excellent coffee experience to our L'affare customers.
• Lead by example and motivate those around you, execute drink preparation, service and a spirit of genuine hospitality.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A genuine love for coffee and the hospitality industry and is eager to share their knowledge and experience.
• Strong technical barista skills in all areas of preparation: brewing, espresso, latte art
• The ability to build strong relationships with both coworkers and our customers.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity with some weekend work required.

All applicants must be a New Zealand resident or possess a New Zealand working visa.