Barista (Part Time) - Auckland Airport

• Why You'll Love Working With Us:
• Premium Lounge Experience: Serve world-class coffee in a luxury airport lounge setting, delivering exceptional service to international travellers.
• Growth & Recognition: Access NZQA training, career pathways, and be celebrated through our rewards and recognition programmes.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a passionate, professional team that values respect, growth, and teamwork.

He angitutanga / The opportunity:

We're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Barista to join our team at the exclusive Strata Lounge. You'll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality espresso beverages, maintaining the coffee bar, and ensuring a warm, welcoming experience for every guest.

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

• Operate the coffee bar from setup to close, including stocktaking and daily reconciliation.
• Prepare and serve espresso beverages to a high standard, including milk texturing and presentation.
• Deliver friendly, professional customer service and respond to guest needs promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the coffee bar and public areas.
• Follow company procedures and contribute to a safe, efficient, and team-oriented environment.

He korero mou / About you:

• Experience in a similar barista or customer service role.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, professional attitude.
• Physically fit, reliable, and a team player with a flexible approach.
• NZQA Barista Skills Certificate or Food Handling Certificate (desirable but not essential).

Nga 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 performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety: A strong focus on well-being and safe work environments.
• Discounts: Health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more.
• Site Perks: Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to airport amenities.

Mo matou / About us:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
• These industry sectors are managed by our sub brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments 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 an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to serve up your next great opportunity?

• For recruitment queries, contact: recruitment@compass-group.co.nz