Part-time Cafe’ Assistants wanted in St Johns, Auckland
Brighten Lives Daily as a Café Assistant at Summerset St Johns
Are you passionate about great coffee, warm conversations, and making people smile? Summerset Retirement Villages, a leading name in aged care and retirement living, is looking for a Café Assistant to join our welcoming team in St Johns, Auckland.
This permanent part-time, on-site role is your opportunity to serve more than coffee. You’ll be creating a vibrant, supportive space for our residents, their families, and visitors. Whether you’re an experienced barista or someone who simply loves hospitality, we’ll provide the training and community to help you shine.
About the Role
As a Café Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face behind the counter, serving high-quality food and drinks, assisting with events, and helping create an inviting atmosphere in the heart of our village. From outstanding barista service to assisting in daily café operations, you’ll be part of a team that makes a real difference every day.
This is a permanent, part-time role based on-site in St Johns, Auckland, with 32 to 48 hours per fortnight and flexibility to work weekends when needed.
Why Work With Summerset?
Listed below are a few reason why you might choose to work for us:
A Career That Connects
- Be part of a caring, community-driven organisation
- Support a welcoming space that brings people together
- Share joy and hospitality in a warm, vibrant café setting
Growth & Belonging
- Join one of New Zealand’s largest and most respected aged care providers
- Enjoy a supportive team culture with training opportunities
- Grow your hospitality career within a purpose-driven environment
Perks That Matter
- Retail discounts and paid birthday leave
- Uniform provided and barista development
- Real pathways to gain recognised hospitality qualifications
Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | St Johns, Auckland, NZ |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Salary | Competitive hourly rate |
| Hours per Fortnight | 32 to 48 |
| Employment Type | Permanent, Part-time |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Vacancies | 1 position available |
| Job Source | Summerset Careers |
| Benefits | Retail discounts, paid leave, uniform, training opportunities |
Key Responsibilities
As a Café Assistant, you will:
- Prepare, present, and serve food and beverages to a high standard
- Deliver exceptional barista service
- Help cater for village events and functions
- Maintain café cleanliness and food safety standards
- Handle cash and reconcile daily takings
- Support the Chef Manager and Café Supervisor
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Required Skills and Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with the following skills, experience and attributes:
Experience & Skills
- Previous café or hospitality experience
- Excellent barista and customer service skills
- Warm, friendly personality with strong communication
- Ability to multitask and work independently or as part of a team
Attributes We Value
- A can-do attitude and strong attention to detail
- Genuine care for residents and visitors
- A team spirit and willingness to learn
How to Apply
This is a part-time, on-site Café Assistant position in St Johns, Auckland. If you’re enthusiastic about hospitality and want to make a difference in a supportive community, we encourage you to apply.
Application deadline: August 5, 2025
Serve More Than Coffee—Serve Joy. Apply Today at Summerset!
