Barista - Auckland International Airport

Location: Auckland International Airport

Employer: Compass Group New Zealand

Employment Type: Part-time

Brew excellence in a world-class lounge experience

• Craft coffee with purpose - Serve premium espresso beverages in one of New Zealand's most iconic airport lounges.
• Grow your barista career - Access NZQA qualifications, apprenticeships, and structured development pathways.
• Be recognised - Enjoy performance bonuses, awards, and a supportive team culture.

He angitūtanga / The opportunity:

We're looking for passionate and skilled Baristas to join our team at the Air New Zealand International Lounge in Auckland Airport. This role is all about creating memorable moments for guests through exceptional coffee and transformational service. You'll be part of a high-performing team that delivers a uniquely Kiwi experience in a premium hospitality environment. This is a Permanent Part-Time position with minimum 16 hours per week. You MUST be available during weekends

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve espresso beverages with precision, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Operate and maintain the coffee bar, including stock management and daily reconciliation.
• Deliver warm, authentic customer service that aligns with the Air New Zealand brand.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and welcoming coffee bar environment.
• Support lounge operations and assist team members to ensure seamless service delivery.

He kōrero mōu / About you:

• Experience in a similar barista or hospitality role, with a passion for customer service.
• Team player with a flexible, positive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Able to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Physically fit, reliable, and committed to personal presentation and hygiene.
• Holds or is willing to obtain NZQA Level 2 or 3 Barista Skills Certificate and AVSEC clearance.

Ngā painga / Benefits & Perks:

• Training & Development - Online learning, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications.
• Career Pathways - Formal progression opportunities within Compass Group.
• Recognition - Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual bonuses.
• Health & Safety - A safe, supportive work environment.
• Discounts - Health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more.
• Site-Specific Perks - Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to airport amenities.

Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mo matou / About us:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experientialmoments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Successful candidates will be able to pass per-employment checks satisfactorily.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity - Click 'Apply' Now

For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at -

Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.