Casual Café & Kitchen Assistant — Barista

Summerset Retirement Villages; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Grow career across Summerset roles

Opportunities to gain recognised hosp.

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Levin Village café invites applications for a Café Assistant/Kitchen Assistant. This casual, as-needed role supports our café team with coffee, cabinet foods and light meals, delivering a welcoming experience for residents and visitors.

You will work closely with the Chef Manager and Café Supervisor, bringing a warm, friendly personality, superb barista skills and reliable hospitality service to our community.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or café experience.
• Barista skills.
• Warm, friendly personality with strong customer service.
• Excellent communication and multitasking ability.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present and serve food and drinks to a high standard.
• Provide outstanding barista services.
• Assist with catering for village events and resident functions.
• Handle cash and reconcile daily takings.
• Follow the Food Control Plan requirements.
• Clean kitchen surfaces and manage waste.
• Assist with stock handling and prep with the chef.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Barista skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

Summerset Levin Village café invites applications for a Café Assistant/Kitchen Assistant. This casual, as-needed role supports our café team with coffee, cabinet foods and light meals, delivering a welcoming experience for residents and visitors.

You will work closely with the Chef Manager and Café Supervisor, bringing a warm, friendly personality, superb barista skills and reliable hospitality service to our community.