Café Bar Assistant

Majestic scenery. Extraordinary wildlife. And an escape unlike any other. It’s all in a typical day’s work for us here at SeaLink – connecting people and businesses to the majestic Hauraki Gulf, so they can explore, transport stuff, commute, and share our love for the islands.

At SeaLink, we believe in connection and teamwork. People come and stay at SeaLink – because of “one boat, one team” we might have all arrived on different ships, but we are all on the same boat together, working towards a common goal.

When you join the SeaLink team, you can ensure your work life blend remains stable through routine, and with the flexibility and opportunity to provide a balanced lifestyle – for you and your own family.

At SeaLink, grow and progress personally and professionally. We offer unique career paths for life and with the right attitude, you can thrive and forge a rewarding career within the Sealink family.

If you love dealing with people and want to gain some valuable tourism experience, then don't delay - apply today! 

The ideal role if you love spending time and having fun on the water! This role is undoubtedly a hospitality job with a difference!

We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Café Bar Assistant who will be based at Half Moon Bay. Working in this role you will have the opportunity to learn the ropes of a deckhand through assisting the deckhands with operational and safety duties on each sailing.

This is a fixed-term role ending 2 August 2024. Working days and hours are Monday to Friday from 12pm to 6pm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing exceptional customer service
• Following strict guidelines in food service
• Providing a welcoming and efficient service
• Knowing and maintaining the product
• Assisting the deckhands in addition to café operation

Requirements

To be successful in the role you must have your own reliable transport and will need to have the following skills, knowledge and qualities:

• Previous experience in a café or retail environment
• Understanding the principals of the safe sale and supply of alcohol
• Local knowledge of visitor attractions
• POS experience
• A demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Able to easily adapt to changing work conditions
• Ability to resolve queries with initiative, energy and a positive attitude whilst working as a productive team member.

Benefits

What we can offer you:

• Career support - gain invaluable experience
• The opportunity to work for a company who cares about their people and communities
• Opportunity to work with passionate individuals and an incredible team
• Work-life balance

If working on the water is what you are seeking, Apply now! Please submit your CV and a cover letter, specifically addressing the above skills and experience.

A position description can be provided upon request.

SeaLink has a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the well-being of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and a criminal record check. All applicants will be required to provide proof of their qualifications and eligibility to work in New Zealand.