Kitchen Hand - Full Time (Columbus Coffee Wainuiomata)


A bit about us

The Nees Group of Mitre 10 are a family-owned fast-growing organisation striving for excellence when it comes to our customers’ experience. 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.

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.

 

A bit about the role

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Full-Time Kitchen Hand to join our team at Columbus Coffee, located within Mitre 10 Wainuiomata.

This is a busy, hands-on role where no two days are the same! You'll play an important part in keeping our kitchen running smoothly, supporting our chefs and wider café team to deliver a great experience for our customers.

This is a full-time position working five days per week, including at least one weekend day.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Washing, rinsing, cleaning and putting away dishes, kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic kitchen, including cleaning workspaces, equipment and floors.
  • Assisting our chefs with basic food preparation and general kitchen duties.
  • Handling stock, supplies and equipment, including regular manual handling and heavy lifting.
  • Supporting the Front of House team when required, including serving customers, delivering food, clearing tables and keeping the café presentable.
  • Assisting with other general café duties as needed to keep things running smoothly.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is reliable, hardworking and has a positive, can-do attitude.
  • Is happy to roll up their sleeves and help wherever needed.
  • Is physically fit and comfortable with prolonged standing, walking, manual handling and heavy lifting.
  • Can work independently and use their initiative when required.
  • Has good communication and customer service skills.
  • Can multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment.
  • Is flexible, adaptable and works well as part of a team.
  • Has a genuine interest in hospitality and a willingness to learn.
  • Is available to work five days per week, including at least one weekend day.

Previous hospitality experience would be an advantage, but a great attitude, reliability and willingness to get stuck in are what matter most!

Sound like you?

If you enjoy being part of a busy team, take pride in your work and aren't afraid of a bit of hard work, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today! We will be reviewing applications as they come through.

Columbus Coffee is an alcohol and drug-free workplace, and successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment testing.

Apply now

Permanent (Full time)

Job no: FT KitchenHand Waiui

Location: Mitre 10 Wainuiomata

Closing Date: Closing 29 November 2026