Barista & Business Lead

Coffee Cart Lead – Waitara Taiohi Trust We are looking for an enthusiastic and community-minded leader to manage the daily operations of the Waitara Taiohi Trust Coffee Cart. This role combines high-quality coffee service, business development, and youth mentorship. You will play a key role in growing our social enterprise through community networking and digital engagement, while mentoring Taiohi youth to build their confidence, skills, and work experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE Coffee Operations & Quality Control • Prepare and serve premium coffee and beverages to a high standard • Maintain coffee equipment, including regular cleaning and basic troubleshooting • Uphold strict health, safety, and hygiene standards Business Development & Community Networking • Identify and secure new locations and event opportunities • Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, sponsors, and community groups • Represent the Trust professionally in all community interactions Social Media & Marketing • Create engaging content to promote the coffee cart and the Trust’s mission • Manage social media platforms and respond to online enquiries • Grow and engage our digital community Mentorship & Youth Development • Supervise and train Taiohi and volunteers in barista skills and customer service • Provide a supportive and encouraging environment • Help young people build confidence, employability skills, and real-world experience Administration & Finance • Manage daily cash handling, reconciliation, and POS systems • Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed • Provide regular updates and reports to the Operations Manager

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Experience • Proven experience as a barista • Experience in sales, networking, or marketing is an advantage Skills & Attributes • Strong communication skills • Basic social media management skills • Ability to teach and mentor others • Self-motivated, reliable, and well-organised • Passionate about youth development and the Waitara community

If you’re passionate about great coffee, community impact, and supporting young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you. To apply email your updated CV to dougy.martin016@msd.govt.nz or call 0800 779 009 today!

• Experience making quality coffee and delivering great customer service • Experience in sales, networking, or marketing is a bonus • Confident communicator who can build positive relationships with customers, youth, and community partners • Experience supporting or mentoring young people is highly valued • Able to pass a drug test and police vetting • Hold a full Class 1 driver licence • Updated CV showing relevant experience with at least two work referees