Friday to Monday Café Chef: Brunch & Baking Lead

Mitre 10; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Competitive pay rate

Training and upskilling

Sociable working hours

Well equipped Kitchen

Job summary

Columbus Café, located inside Mitre 10 Hornby, is seeking a Chef for a Friday–Monday roster (32 hours). You will work with the Head Café & Cafe Manager to run the kitchen, deliver high standards, and maintain stock and food safety in a busy cafe environment.

The role requires proven kitchen experience, ability to work unsupervised, and a willingness to train and upskill as part of a friendly team. Competitive pay and sociable hours are on offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar café/kitchen environment.
• At least 12 months as a chef in a busy cafe kitchen.
• Willing to work unsupervised with induction provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Café & Cafe Manager to run the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook meals per Columbus Coffee Standards.
• Maintain stock control, rotations and food safety compliance.
• Contribute to seasonal dishes and cabinet items.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

High standards

Stock control

Food safety/compliance

Brunch cooking

Baking skills

Short order cooking

Job description

Columbus Café, located inside Mitre 10 Hornby, is seeking a Chef for a Friday–Monday roster (32 hours). You will work with the Head Café & Cafe Manager to run the kitchen, deliver high standards, and maintain stock and food safety in a busy cafe environment.

The role requires proven kitchen experience, ability to work unsupervised, and a willingness to train and upskill as part of a friendly team. Competitive pay and sociable hours are on offer.