Cafe & Barista — Casual Village Role + Uniforms & Growth

Summerset Holdings; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Career growth across Summerset

Opportunity to gain hospitality qualifi

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages in Auckland is seeking a Café Assistant for our St Johns village. You’ll deliver friendly customer service, craft great coffee, and help run the café, bistro and bar for residents, families and visitors.

Previous hospitality or café experience, an LCQ and Duty Managers certificate, strong barista skills, and a team‑oriented, dependable attitude are preferred. You’ll work with the Executive Chef and Café Supervisor to create a warm, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality or café experience.
• LCQ and Duty Managers certificate.
• Superb barista skills.
• Warm, friendly personality with great customer service.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, presenting, and serving food and drinks to a high standard.
• Providing outstanding barista services.
• Assisting with bistro nights and catering for village events and resident functions.
• Handling cash and reconciling daily takings.

Skills

Previous hospitality experience

Barista skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Team player

Education

LCQ certification

Duty Managers certificate

Job description

Summerset Retirement Villages in Auckland is seeking a Café Assistant for our St Johns village. You’ll deliver friendly customer service, craft great coffee, and help run the café, bistro and bar for residents, families and visitors.

Previous hospitality or café experience, an LCQ and Duty Managers certificate, strong barista skills, and a team‑oriented, dependable attitude are preferred. You’ll work with the Executive Chef and Café Supervisor to create a warm, welcoming environment.