Retail Assistant - ESS Ohakea

Compass Group New Zealand; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free uniform

Health insurance discounts

Gym membership discounts

Optometry discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Zusammenfassung

Compass Group New Zealand is seeking a Permanent Full Time Barista at RNZAF Base Ohakea in Palmerston North. The role sits in the new Coffee Caravan supporting The Depot café, delivering quality coffee, food service and excellent customer experiences to Defence personnel and visitors.

Hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid break. You will handle tills, prepare beverages, maintain food safety, and contribute to a welcoming front-of-house service while

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience in retail, hospitality, or a similar role.
• Barista experience or a willingness to learn.
• Food Safety Certificates (Unit Standards 167 & 168), or willingness to obtain them.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A friendly personality and "can do" attitude.
• Training and development opportunities, including NZQA qualifications and apprenticeships.
• Career progression pathways within Compass Group.
• Recognition programmes, including Service Awards and Star Awards.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support.
• Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more.
• Free uniform and access to site facilities where applicable

Aufgaben

• Operating tills, handling cash, and processing EFTPOS transactions
• Making quality barista coffees and beverages
• Assisting with cleaning and daily café duties
• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
• Preparing and presenting food to a high standard
• Providing excellent front-of-house customer service

Kenntnisse

Barista experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Team player

Ausbildung

Food Safety Certificates (Unit Standards 167 & 168)

Tools

EFTPOS system

Jobbeschreibung

• Great learning, development and career progression opportunities
• Join a supportive team where everyone is treated like family
• Work for one of New Zealand's most recognised brands

We are looking for an enthusiastic Permanent Full Time Barista to join our team at RNZAF Base Ohakea.

As part of an exciting new initiative, a Coffee Caravan is being introduced onsite to complement and support The Depot café operations. This role will primarily be based in the new Coffee Caravan, providing quality coffee, food service, and excellent customer experiences to Defence personnel and visitors.

This is afull-time position offering 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday only, with shifts from 6:00am to 2:30pm, including a 30-minute unpaid break. No weekend work is required.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Operating tills, handling cash, and processing EFTPOS transactions
• Making quality barista coffees and beverages
• Assisting with cleaning and daily café duties
• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
• Preparing and presenting food to a high standard
• Providing excellent front-of-house customer service

You will be a reliable team player with a positive attitude and a passion for great customer service.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in retail, hospitality, or a similar role
• Barista experience or a willingness to learn
• Food Safety Certificates (Unit Standards 167 & 168), or willingness to obtain them
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A friendly personality and "can do" attitude
• Training and development opportunities, including NZQA qualifications and apprenticeships
• Career progression pathways within Compass Group
• Recognition programmes, including Service Awards and Star Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more
• Free uniform and access to site facilities where applicable

We are New Zealand's leading food and support services provider across healthcare, education, defence, business, and industry sectors.

Our sub-brands include Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS. Through the passion and commitment of our people, we create outstanding experiences for our clients and customers every day.

At Compass Group, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values of Respect, Growth, and Teamwork, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and succeed.

Please note that a full security clearance and police vetting is required and must be maintained for this position.

Before applying, please ensure you have the legal right to work in New Zealand and can complete any required pre-employment checks.