Full time position available at Akin in Glenorchy, next to Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by mountains. 35-40 hours per week across 5 daysStarting wage of $25.30/hr Our cafe gets pretty busy and we are looking for someone responsible who can keep up our excellent customer service, offering delicious food and the best coffee in town (so we've been told) to both locals and visitors.
All our baked goods are made at Kinloch Wilderness Retreat, our parent business across the lake, and we offer cabinet food as well as made to order items; we can cater for all dietary requirements. You will be supported by the team at Kinloch with some of the admin, but you are responsible for the food safety and communicating any problems in the cafe.In addition to Akin there is also our B&B behind it, the Glenorchy Lake House, which requires some housekeeping and cleaning, as well as maintenance occasionally - the gardens need some love as well when we have the time.
This will be primarily the responsibility of management at Kinloch, but if Akin is quiet there are jobs that can be done in the house.Some experience is preferable but can be overlooked depending on skillsets and references. Training will be provided and we have task descriptions and procedures in place to underpin this.
About you:Passionate about making something very special, a passion for people, food and nature.Ability to thrive in a busy environment and use any downtime productively.Can follow systemsReliable, self-aware, attention to detail, adaptable.
Great interpersonal skills. Staff accommodation with bills included is available at Kinloch (26kms from Glenorchy) but you would need to be able to drive a vehicle and have a clean license (car is provided for the commute). Kayaks, bikes and hot tub included too.
For more information about Kinloch Wilderness Retreat and the people who own Akin, check www.kinlochlodge.co.
nz - Kinloch is surrounded by the beech forest alongside Lake Whakatipu and the Dart River. It's a small family business consisting of a lodge with heritage rooms (from 1868), backpacker rooms, EcoScapes, and a cozy restaurant. We are constantly working towards lightening our impact on the planet and helping guests enjoy a mindful, relaxing environment.
Weve built our business from the ground up and our heart is in our business. Therefore we are looking for people who have the right attitudes and good work ethic Our company values are: Intelligence, Relevance, Thoughtfulness, Community, Environment and Fun. If all of the above sounds like a great way to experience the most stunning part of NZ, please send your CV to hrkinlochlodge.
co.nz.