Food & Beverage Attendant | Dark Sky Project

Permanent, Full-time | Lake Takapō, Mackenzie District

Mō tēnei tūraka | About the role

• Love brewing the perfect kawhe and serving up kai with a smile?
• Enjoy creating memorable experiences for manuhiri from around the world?
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

If you answered

"Āna!" then we want YOU!

He aha ai mātou? | Why join us?

Dark Sky Project isn't just any workplace. It's where breathtaking scenery, incredible people, and Ngāi Tahu values come together.

Whether you're serving coffee at Astro Café, welcoming guests to our guided experiences, or helping visitors fuel up before an evening under the stars, you'll play an important role in delivering manaakitanga and creating unforgettable experiences.

Mahi ka whai ake " What you'll do:

• Whakawhiwhi kai me te kawhe reka! Take food and beverage orders and serve delicious kai and drinks to our manuhiri
• Manaaki manuhiri! Create a warm, welcoming environment and provide exceptional customer service
• Whakarite ota! Assist with bookings, customer enquiries, and point-of-sale transactions
• Noho mā, noho pai! Maintain high standards of cleanliness across kitchen, dining, retail, and customer areas
• Mahi ngātahi! Work alongside your team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Tautoko toa hokohoko! Support retail sales, stock management, merchandising, and cash handling
• Tuku ringa āwhina! Assist with dishwashing, food preparation, stock deliveries, rubbish management, and housekeeping duties
• Tiakina te taiao! Promote sustainability initiatives and encourage visitors to uphold the Tiaki Promise
• Whakapiki mātauranga! Learn about Ngāi Tahu culture, values, and te reo Māori while contributing to meaningful visitor experiences

Ko wai koe? | What we're looking for:

• A positive personality and genuine passion for customer service
• Experience in a café, restaurant, hospitality, retail, or customer-facing role
• Confidence using POS systems and handling payments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Great time management and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a busy environment and adapting to changing priorities
• Willingness to pitch in wherever needed and support the wider team
• A commitment to health, safety, and maintaining high standards
• An eagerness to learn about Ngāi Tahu values, tikanga, and te reo Māori

Bonus Points If You Have

• Barista experience
• A Duty Manager Certificate
• Retail sales experience

Ngā painga | What's in it for you?

• Work in one of Aotearoa's most spectacular locations
• Join a supportive and welcoming whānau-focused team
• Competitive pay and staff benefits
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Be part of Ngāi Tahu Tourism's sustainability journey toward carbon zero by 2040
• Help create unforgettable experiences for visitors from around the world

Me pēhea te tono? How to Apply

Dark Sky Project is a fun, unique, and safe place to work, and we'd love you to be part of it.

Before starting, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

Keen? If you're passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with great people, and want to be part of an experience that's truly out of this world, apply now!

Mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei

For us and our children after us.