Are you who we're looking for?

Are you who we're looking for?

Working at Columbus Coffee offers a great opportunity to be part of a world-class café group. With over 70 stores around New Zealand we’re always on the look-out for exceptional people to help join us in delivering the Columbus experience to our customers.

  • Are you passionate about excellent coffee & food?
  • Do you love working with people? Can you keep smiling even under the pressure of maintaining high standards?
  • Download an application, complete it, then bring it with you to the Columbus Coffee you would like to work in.
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Jobs currently available

Columbus Coffee have a number of roles available (not just advertised here) throughout the country in both North & South Island. If you’d like to join us as a Barista, Team Leader or Chef, please download an application (see above button), complete it, and bring it with you to a Columbus Coffee you would like to work in.

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Columbus Mitre 10 MEGA Albany

Job Summary

Partnering with Columbus Coffee, one of New Zealand’s most recognised brands, we have a unique and successful partnership serving premium cafe food and award winning coffees within our Mitre 10 MEGA Stores.

Our Café located within Mitre 10 MEGA Albany is the hub of hustle and bustle, accompanied by an open plan design - it’s the perfect meeting spot for our local community to come together.

Our ideal staff members will be self-driven, experienced and have a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service with the ability to work calmly under pressure is a must along with being flexible in availability as this role will consist of week day and weekend work.

To be successful you will be / have

  • Have at least 2 years Barista full time experience
  • Experience working in a fast-paced cafe, our cafe is a very busy cafe, you will need to work quickly and work well under pressure
  • Flexible in availability – our Café’s operate 7-days a week and your shifts will involve weekends and public holidays
  • Clear, strong communication skills is a must
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Most importantly a passion for providing exceptional food and beverages
  • Flexibility in terms of possibly assisting at the New Lynn and Warkworth Café on an ad hoc basis.

What’s in it for you?

  • No night shifts
  • Opportunities to grow and develop within our team
  • Generous staff discounts across our 4 Mitre 10 Stores
  • A light, bright and modern working environment in our new premises.

Who we are:

Riviera Hardware Holdings Limited (RHHL) owns and operates Mitre 10 MEGA Albany, Mitre 10 MEGA Warkworth, Mitre 10 MEGA New Lynn and Mitre10 Whangaparaoa. We also operate our three Columbus Coffee shops within our MEGA stores. We deliver Prenail Frame and Truss solutions through Riviera Pre-nail and manage our own importing via Riviera Imports.

Working at our Columbus Café offers a great opportunity to be part of a world-class café group. With over 70 stores around New Zealand we’re always on the look-out for exceptional people to help join us in delivering the Columbus Coffee experience. We provide a great team environment with a continuous training and improvement plan to help you achieve your goals.

Please note:

All employment offers are subject to background checks including References and Ministry of Justice Checks. Applicants need to be able to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

Download the application form and apply now on seek

Columbus Mitre 10 Crofton Downs Pod

Job Summary

We are looking for a passionate Barista who loves excellent coffee, and enjoys interacting with our awesome customers to be Manager of our Columbus Caravan Café situated at Mitre 10 Crofton Downs.

    The successful applicant will demonstrate high energy, attention to detail and a strong focus on customer experience. At Columbus Coffee we understand the importance of our customers and ensuring we provide the best possible service.

      Our ideal applicant

      • Have Management experience in running a Café and working with a small team
      • Robust understanding around Food Control Plans and all areas of Health and Safety
      • A competent and experienced barista who can work quickly and well under pressure
      • Be experienced with point of sale
      • Have great interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
      • Take real pride in yourself and your work, be well presented, with a great personality
      • Good time management
      • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to think ahead and offer innovative solutions
      • Be responsible for all aspects of running a café, e.g. ordering supplies, training staff etc

      Above all, you need to have a genuine interest in hospitality and strive for excellence in delivering our customers outstanding service.

    This is a full-time permanent position Monday – Friday 6.15am-4.15pm.

If you would like to work in a fun, dynamic work environment, as well as receive on-going training, uniform and great staff buying privileges, and you think you can deliver on what we seek, please forward your CV and cover letter via seek.

Download the application form and apply now

Columbus Mitre 10 MEGA Cambridge

Job Summary

Columbus Coffee is one of New Zealand's most recognized brands serving premium cafe food and award winning coffee.

    Our Columbus Cafe operates 7 days a week and is very busy on the weekends.

    We are looking for the following qualities for this role

    • Previous Barista experience preferable in a cafe environment
    • Strong knowledge of FCP and H&S at cafe level
    • Ability to work under pressure
    • High standards of work - attention to detail and quality control

    We can offer you

    • Competitive Rate of Pay
    • Generous staff discounts within our Mitre 10 MEGA store
    • A fun and outgoing working environment with a great team around you

    This is a Casual position, including weekend work. If this sounds like you - Apply Now! Please note all job offers will be subject to satisfactory Pre-Employment Checks.

    Download the application form and apply now

Columbus Mitre 10 MEGA Warkworth

Job Summary

Our small Cafe requires a part time Cook to join our team at our Columbus Café located within Mitre 10 MEGA Warkworth.

We pride ourselves in offering delicious meals and superb coffee. We have classic Kiwi breakfasts as well as fabulous lunch options which our customers enjoy all in the relaxing atmosphere of our garden centre.

Are you...

  • Experienced with cabinet food preparation, presentation and baking
  • Certificate in Cookery beneficial but not essential
  • Flexible regarding your roster and availability to fulfil 32 hours per week
  • Willing and eager to learn

What’s in it for you

Working at our Columbus Café offers a great opportunity to be part of a world-class café group. With over 70 stores around New Zealand we’re always on the look-out for exceptional people to help join us in delivering the Columbus Coffee experience. We provide a great team environment with a continuous training and improvement plan to help you achieve your goals.

All employment offers are subject to background checks including References and Ministry of Justice Checks. Applicants need to be able to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

Download the application form and apply now

info@columbuscoffee.co.nz

Job Summary

Columbus Coffee is an award-winning Café Franchise and we are looking for great Chefs around the country, (both North & South Island), that can work well within a small team. This is a very demanding role as we make all of our cabinet food items on site, plus prepare our menu items as well. You will need to be able to have excellent organisational and time management skills.

You need to be flexible and reliable. Most shifts start at 7.00am.

Attributes required:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen
  • Can deliver short order menu items to an excellent standard fast and efficiently
  • Wide range of experience in cabinet food production savoury & sweet an advantage but not essential
  • Excellent food presentation is a must
  • Have a cookery qualification
  • An understanding of food costs/budgeting and portion control
  • A good team player who can also work autonomously when required
  • A cheerful positive attitude with a passion for food
  • Good Food Knowledge and knowledge of Food Control Plan
  • Ensure a high level of cleanliness is maintained
  • Maintain a culture of great coffee / café / customer service experience

Successful Applicants

Successful applicants will need to be team players who can stay calm and focused under pressure. You must be available to work a 7-day roster, which will include weekends. You will also need to be a fast learner and be willing to undertake Columbus standard training.

Applicants who have experience in a Café kitchen will be preferential.

Download the application form and enquire at your local Columbus Coffee now

Columbus Mitre 10 MEGA Manukau

Job Summary

Columbus Coffee is an award-winning Café Franchise and we are looking for a Chef that can work well within our small team. This is a very demanding role as we make all of our cabinet food items on site, plus prepare our menu items as well. You will need to be able to have excellent organisational and time management skills.

You need to be flexible and reliable. Most shifts start at 7.00am. Your own transport is preferred.

Professional Attributes required:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen
  • Can deliver short order menu items to an excellent standard fast and efficiently
  • Wide range of experience in cabinet food production savoury & sweet an advantage but not essential
  • Excellent food presentation is a must
  • Have a cookery qualification
  • An understanding of food costs/budgeting and portion control
  • A good team player who can also work autonomously when required
  • A cheerful positive attitude with a passion for food
  • Good Food Knowledge and knowledge of Food Control Plan

Successful Applicants

The successful applicants will be a team player who can stay calm and focused under pressure. You must be available to work a 7-day roster, which will include weekends. You will also need to be a fast learner and be willing to undertake Columbus standard training.

Applicants who have experience in a Café kitchen will be preferential. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. You must have the right to work in New Zealand. If this sounds like you please apply ONLINE now.

Download the application form and apply now

info@columbuscoffee.co.nz

Job Summary

Exciting employment opportunities for someone with a passion for great coffee and food to join our team! We are looking for talented Barista's around the country. 

This position could be full or part time and could have flexible hours over a 7-day roster period. You must be able to work weekends, but there are no night shifts. You will be a team player and will have the ability to stay calm, cheerful and focused when under pressure. As a Barista you'll work in a high volume cafe. You will need to assist with making customer coffees, including Flat White, Cappuccino, Mochaccino, Latte, Long Black, Americano, Short Black, Espresso,Hot Chocolate etc.  As a team player we would expect you to help keep the cafe clean and up to high health and safety standards. If you have a passion for great coffee, fresh food and exceptional customer service, then apply today!

Key Qualifications

On the job training will be provided, but a minimum of 1 year of experience working in a cafe would be preferred. A relevant qualification will be favourable however not necessary.

Download the application form, and apply now at your local Columbus Coffee!

 

Columbus Mitre 10 MEGA New Plymouth

Job Summary

Our Cafe Team at Mitre 10 MEGA needs 2 x part time CHEFS to compliment the existing team. You will be preparing food, and cooking dishes in line with our scrumptious menus and working alongside our talented team keeping our customers fed and satisfied and wanting more. One will work 24 hours over Thursday, Friday Saturday the other will work 16 hours over Sunday and Monday. Can you stand the heat? Then we want you in our kitchen. Can you cook up a storm? Then see our mixing bowl of essential ingredients below and apply now.

Key Qualifications

  • Experience in a busy environment with at least 2 years experience under your apron
  • Food Safety skills and knowledge.
  • Current qualifications - Cookery Level 3 would be our minimum
  • Ability to work to tight schedules
  • Ability to keep calm in a pressure cooker scenario
  • Ensure Foods safety standards are met
  • Comply with quality standards and reporting
  • First Aid certificate desirable
  • Stock and portion control
  • Short order cooking

Education

So if you think you have the right mix of skills, experience and are kitchen savvy, then why not ignite your passion and serve up your CV.

Download the application form and apply now