Barista - Christchurch Airport Lounge

• Permanent, Full Time Position+ Wellness Plan + EAP Services
• Competitive Wage + Discounted Goods & Services + Employee Value Proposition
• Training + Development Programs + Career Development opportunities
  
  

He Angitūtanga / The Opportunity

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Barista to join our team at Domestic Lounge in Christchurch Airport. In this role, you'll be responsible for crafting exceptional coffee, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining a clean and welcoming café environment. This is a great opportunity for an early starter as the shift starts from 4.30 am. The successful candidate must be able to work during weekends.

Ko o Kawenga / Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso coffee to a high standard, including grinding, extracting, and milk texturing.
• Operate the coffee bar, including stocktaking, ordering, and daily reconciliation.
• Deliver warm, professional customer service and respond to guest needs promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the coffee bar, equipment, and public areas.
• Follow Compass Group's food safety, health, and safety procedures at all times.
  
  

He Kōrero Mōu / About You

• A team player who can also work independently with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Previous experience in a similar barista or café role, ideally in a high-volume setting.
• Must be able to handle large volume of barista coffee minimum 400 coffees per shift.
• Strong communication and time management skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Physically fit, reliable, and committed to maintaining high hygiene and presentation standards.
• Preferably holds a LCQ or DM Certificate or willing to obtain
• Holds or is willing to obtain a Police Clearance, NZQA Level 2 or 3 Barista Certificate, and NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Unit 167).
  
  

Ngā Painga / Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications.
• Formal Career Paths: Structured career progression within Compass Group.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your success with Star Awards, Service Awards, and performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A safe, supportive work environment prioritising your well-being.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy discounts on health insurance, gyms, optometry, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Free uniforms, on-site parking, and more depending on the location.
  
  

Mō Mātou / About Us

• We are New Zealand's leading food and support services provider, operating across multiple industries.
• Our brands include Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
• We turn ordinary service moments into extraordinary experiences.
• Our people are the heart of our success - we live our values of Respect, Growth, and Teamwork.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and pass pre-employment checks.
  
  

Ready to serve up something special at Christchurch Airport? Click 'Apply' Now!

For any recruitment queries, please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at [email protected]

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