Cafe Attendant

The Whakapapa whanau are a small but ambitious team, running year-round operations on the northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu. In winter, from June until October, this includes a world-class ski area. In summer, from December until April, this includes our summer sightseeing operation, heroing our iconic Sky Waka gondola. Each year we welcome hundreds of thousands of manuhiri (guests) to Whakapapa, many with life-long connections to the maunga (mountain) and surrounding region, some even third or fourth generation.Mo te tunga | About the roleAre you looking to immerse yourself in NZ Tourism with a unique NZ cultural element in a World Heritage and Cultural Park? We are looking for friendly and personable staff to join our Front of House Food & Beverage Team.Key responsibilities include:Working on the tills and POSCommunicate with Head Barista & Supervisor on aspects associated with making great coffeeAssist in cleaning café and other areas of café / Food and Beverage serviceAssist in cash handlingLove your coffeeExperience working in hospitality or retail would be beneficialPositive and proactive verbal communication skills and a willingness to work in a teamHelpfulness and willingness when dealing with peopleA flexible approach to work schedules, guest needs, and the strategic direction of the businessGear up for the ultimate work adventure at Whakapapa. Joining Whakapapa unlocks a number of perks including exclusive food and beverage and retail discounts for use in Whakapapa's cafes and store.We also offer a discounted accommodation option to staff on request.Your Whakapapa whanau experience is not just a job: you will build lifelong memories and experiences in one of the most beautiful and culturally significant places on earthRemuneration range: $23.15 to $24.74 depending on experienceResearch shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet approximately 60% of criteria, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes for this role but maybe you don't meet every single bullet point above, we encourage you to get in touch. We'd love to hear from you and see if you could be a great fit for our whanau.
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