Barista

Barista


Company
Cobra Coffee
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
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Job Description
Take your place at the heart of our community, where your voice matters and your passion for customer service is brewed into everything we do. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a barista, where you’ll get involved in creating the Starbucks experience by providing our customers with high quality service, beverages, and products.You’ll not only join the Starbucks family but the Cobra Coffee family. Cobra Coffee is proud to be a Starbucks UK franchised partner. We’re a company that cares about how we do business, it is important to us that our colleagues have a great work life balance with opportunities to develop their skills and experience.What We Offer28 days holiday a year (including Bank Holidays)Unlimited brewed coffee & English breakfast tea on shift Discounts on hand crafted beverages and food items during your shift 30% discount on bottled beverages and impulse items during your shift One £1.50 food item per shift on selected products Whilst not working you're able to receive a 30% discount on all food, beverages, merchandise & gifts 30% green apron discount across wider participating Starbucks stores Third party discounts including 20% in Southern Co-op food storesLife insuranceComprehensive training including coffee knowledge and access to Starbucks Global Academy (our online learning platform to help continuously develop yourself)Career progression because here we actively promote internallyWhat To ExpectYou don’t need previous experience to join us as a barista, all we ask is you bring a passion for bringing joy to our customers. Working in a Starbucks store is different from any other job. You’re creating genuine moments of connection with our customers and making a difference to their day, through creating handcraft delicious beverages and building relationships with our customers by getting to know their favourite drink.AboutThe best part about this role is that no two days are ever the same, and working as a barista could include:Providing quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers in line with our recipe and presentation standardsSupporting with store procedures including, opening, or closing the store, cash handling, and safety and securitySupporting your fellow partners during periods of high volume to keep the store operatingAnticipating and delivering on your customer and store needs by getting to know your store environment and customersDelivering legendary customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and creating genuine connectionsMaintaining a clean and organised workspace for your customers and partnersGiven the nature of our stores, our working hours could include early mornings, evenings, and weekendsSo, if you’re looking for a new opportunity, with us you’ll be welcomed, you’ll be challenged, you’ll be inspired. Here you’ll be heard. Because here, you’re a part of it all. Here you belong.What is our process?Application > CV review > Telephone Interview > Provide right to work documentation > Interview and in store experience > Offer and onboarding

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Q What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in New Zealand warehouses in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for packing roles is NZ$24.85 per hour from 1 April 2026. Packers working over 40 hours weekly receive time-and-a-half overtime at NZ$37.28 per hour. This rate applies to all warehouse packing positions regardless of contract type.
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As per Immigration New Zealand, holders of a Recognised Seasonal Employer work visa can undertake packing jobs for up to 7 months between April and October 2026. Applicants must hold a valid job offer from an approved employer and pay a NZ$330 visa application fee. Working without this visa incurs fines up to NZ$20,000.
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As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, packing jobs require no formal education or prior experience as of 2026. Employers must provide on-site training within the first 40 paid hours. Applicants aged 16 and over are eligible without additional qualifications.
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As per Immigration New Zealand, applicants must submit a valid passport, IRD number, and signed employment contract for packing roles. New Zealand citizens require only a photo ID and bank account details. All documents must be uploaded via the official employment portal before starting work.
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