Cafe -two positions

Location: Mona Cafe,Grafton. The role also covers our weekend market food truck at different markets across Auckland and catering events at business premises in central Auckland.

Employment type: Permanent, full-time for both positions.
Hours: Minimum 30 guaranteed hours per week. The roster runs across 7 days, including some weekends for the food truck and catering (for both positions).

Position 1: Cafe and Catering Manager

 Pay: $28.00 to $35.00 per hour

You’ll keep the cafe, the food truck and our catering service running well. It’s a hands-on job. You’ll be out on the floor with the team, leading by example and chatting with customers in English and Spanish. Day to day, you’ll look after the smooth running of all three operations, lead the team on shift, train staff and build the rosters. You’ll plan menus with our cook, organise catering orders and special functions, and order stock and price items within budget. You’ll keep records of stock and takings, make sure opening, closing, health, safety and food hygiene procedures are followed, and handle customer feedback so that any issue is resolved professionally. You will give ideas and strategies for business growth.

What you’ll need

• At least 1 year of experience in the food and beverage industry.

• At least 6 months of experience in the food and beverage industry in New Zealand

• Plus one of the following:

  • A diploma at NZQCF Level 6 or higher (or equivalent) in hospitality, business, management or a similar field

  • A bachelor’s degree or higher in any field of study. A degree develops the skills needed to manage a cafe and its team, including planning and organising work, managing time and budgets, communicating clearly with customers and staff, solving problems and leading a team

  • At least 3 years of directly relevant work experience, meaning supervising or managing staff in a cafe, restaurant or catering business. This can include the year of experience above

• Ability to travel independently to the markets at early hours in the morning

• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test 

• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility

• Good organisation and the ability to stay calm during busy periods

• Clear, friendly communication with customers and staff

• A neat, professional appearance suited to a customer-facing role 

What will help

• Ability to speak Spanish confidently with native Spanish speakers

• Experience supervising or leading a team in food and beverage 

Position 2: Cook

 Pay: $25.00 to $32.00 per hour

You’ll be the heart of our kitchen, preparing, seasoning and cooking the dishes on our cafe menu and sending them out looking and tasting great. You’ll check ingredient and dish quality, run the ovens, grills, and other equipment at the right temperatures, and portion and plate each meal with the right sauces and garnishes. You’ll also prepare meals for customers with special dietary needs, store food safely in temperature-controlled areas, and keep the kitchen clean and up to food safety and hygiene standards. You’ll have a say in menu planning too, and help work out what we need to order.

What you’ll need

• At least 6 months of experience in New Zealand food and beverage industry Plus one of the following:

  • 2 years of experience as a cook in a commercial kitchen, or 

  • NZ Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) or equivalent.

• Reliability and punctuality, including for early starts and weekends

• Attention to detail and pride in consistent, well-presented food

• Calm, steady work during busy service

• A willingness to learn new dishes and work well in a small team

What will help

• Knowledge and experience of Latin American food preparation

How to apply: Upload your CV and cover letter telling us which position you’re applying for.