Cafe Chef | Early Hours, Fresh Menu & Coffee Passion

Atomic Coffee Roasters; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recharge leave

Coffee on tap

Beans to take home

Newly refurbished café

Job summary

Atomic Coffee Roasters in Auckland’s Kingsland café is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our tight-knit kitchen team. You’ll prepare high‑quality dishes for the café and satellite bars, ensuring consistency and a clean, well‑organized kitchen during busy periods.

We value 1–2 years of chef or cook experience in catering or cafés, and a cooking qualification is a plus. Enjoy sociable hours with early starts, plus opportunities to learn and grow with our local brand.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience as a chef or cook in catering, cafés, or related industry.
• Cooking qualification is a plus.
• Passion for great food and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver fresh, high‑quality dishes for both à la carte and cabinet items.
• Maintain kitchen prep systems and ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
• Assist with stock control, food safety and inventory management, supporting daily specials and menu offerings.
• Collaborate with Head Chef, Café Manager and broader team to contribute ideas and grow skills.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety

Team player

Education

Chef qualification

Job description

Atomic Coffee Roasters in Auckland’s Kingsland café is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our tight-knit kitchen team. You’ll prepare high‑quality dishes for the café and satellite bars, ensuring consistency and a clean, well‑organized kitchen during busy periods.

We value 1–2 years of chef or cook experience in catering or cafés, and a cooking qualification is a plus. Enjoy sociable hours with early starts, plus opportunities to learn and grow with our local brand.