Gardener
arvida
Cafe Cook & Barista
About this role
Company Description
Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida
At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive.
We operate communities with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.
Job Description
Mō te tūranga | About the opportunity
Short Order Cook | Café Experience
We are looking for a passionate and energetic Cook with Café Experience, Barista trained would be ideal to join our fantastic team.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys creating fresh, delicious food for our amazing residents.
What we offer:
- Great hours: Earliest Start 7am latest finish 8pm, Cafe open Monday - Saturday
- A supportive, close-knit team
- A positive, welcoming work environment
- The opportunity to bring your own ideas and creativity to the menu
About the role:
You’ll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality café-style food, working alongside a great team to deliver a warm and enjoyable dining experience. This is a hands-on role with plenty of interaction, where your passion for food and people will really shine.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in café or short-order cooking
- Someone who enjoys working as part of a team
- A positive attitude and great customer focus
- A genuine passion for providing the very best food and service
If you love what you do and take pride in creating great food experiences, we would love to hear from you.
lOur Attitude of Living Well approach is an important philosophy at Arvida, and you will work alongside other team members to practice and promote ‘Eating Well’, and taking steps to meet our internal gold standard.
Qualifications
To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen and/or cafe
- Exceptional cooking and baking skills
- Excellent food hygiene practices and a commitment to safe working practices
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Flexibility, adaptability and able to work well under pressure with good time management.
- Empathy towards older adults, good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Honesty, reliability, and integrity.
- Current NZ Food Safety Certificate.
Additional Information
He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer
- Minimum of 20 hours per week
- A very competitive market rate
- Ongoing training and team benefits
- An engaging and positive work environment
If you have a passion for sharing your love of food and purpose-led work, we’d love to hear from you!
Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you’ll bring to the role and your fit for Arvida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Cafe Cook & Barista position at arvida?
The salary for this Cafe Cook & Barista role at arvida is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Cafe Cook & Barista position at arvida located?
This Cafe Cook & Barista role at arvida is based in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Cafe Cook & Barista role at arvida full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Cafe Cook & Barista role at arvida.
How do I apply for the Cafe Cook & Barista position at arvida?
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When was the Cafe Cook & Barista job at arvida posted?
This Cafe Cook & Barista position at arvida was posted on Sep 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Cafe Cook & Barista
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