CAREERS
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We're always looking for A players!
OUR CULTURE
At The Herb Farm we believe that we need exceptional people to be able to provide exceptional customer service and that we can achieve this through attracting, hiring and nurturing the right people. We thrive as a team on learning, growing and collaborating to become the best versions of ourselves and our business.
Our People
We are a family-owned business and strive to create a welcoming, positive and caring culture where our team can thrive, learn and grow.
Our Benefits
Open Book Management
At The Herb Farm we share our critical numbers with our team and meet weekly to share progress towards targets and discuss how we can adjust, adapt and pivot as needed. We believe that collaborating and sharing ideas is a key part of growing as a team and business.
Rewards
We love rewarding our team and do this through a values-based recognition system as well as performance based reviews and rewards which are tailored for each role in the business.
Systems
Robust systems are key to a successful business and we invest in the tools we need to thrive. We use a range of systems including Xero, Unleashed, Shopify, Google Analytics and Prospect CRM which allow us to track our key numbers daily and helps us hit and exceed our targets.
Employee Professional Development
We are a team of ‘A Player’s’ and know that to achieve this we need to invest in the growth, training and development of each team member. We work with coaches, mentors and training providers to ensure we are constantly learning, growing and moving forward.
Opportunities At Our Café
Chef/Cook
Our popular café is set in the beautiful grounds of The Herb Farm gardens and is a well-known and loved meeting spot for locals and visitors to the region.
Reporting to the Café Manager, the role is responsible for preparing and cooking fresh delicious and healthy food for the menu and cabinet, presenting food in an attractive and creative manner, preparation and cooking for the catering of events and bookings such as weddings and corporate functions and general tasks and cleaning.
To be successful, you will need to have:
2 - 3 years kitchen experience as a Chef or Cook
A calm and considerate manner
Ability to work weekends and occasional evenings
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards
Baking experience
Drive to achieve and exceed set standards
Most importantly, a love for hospitality, an amazing attitude and a customer-first philosophy
What's in it for you:
Beautiful rural setting
Free parking!
Positive and passionate team environment
Performance Incentive Program – additional earning potential
Opportunity to grow and develop your skills
This role is part-time (24 hours per week and more in Summer) and includes working the weekends.
Digital Content Creator & Designer (Maternity Leave Cover)
The Digital Content Creator & Designer role is a key part of our Marketing Team and we are looking for someone who loves digital content, social media, advertising and design and is excited about the prospect of helping us grow our brand.
Reporting to the Marketing & Digital Manager this role includes:
Implementing Social Media and Digital Strategies
Creating Digital Content (including videos and reels) for multiple social and digital channels and applications
SEO analysis, actioning and monitoring improvements.
Creating digital advertising campaigns and monitoring and adapting them for optimum ROI
Designing packaging and marketing material
Reporting and analysis
The role is a busy and varied one and we are looking for someone who can operate in a fast-paced environment with a solution-oriented approach. Additionally, you will have high attention to detail, LOVE creating content, be social-media savvy and have a love of all things marketing and digital.
This role is fixed term for 6 months to cover maternity leave.
Please note experience in marketing and design (InDesign, Photoshop) and content creation is essential.
This role is based at The Herb Farm's premises in Ashhurst, Manawatu - this role is not able to be completed remotely.
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Casual Cafe Assistant
We are looking for Casual Café Assistants to work in our popular café which is a
well-known and loved meeting spot for locals and visitors to the region.
The summer months are a busy time for our Café Team and these roles are key in
helping us deliver great service to our customers.
The roles are casual and flexibility with hours is important, as is the ability
to work hard, use your initiative and offer amazing customer service.
Barista experience is preferred but not essential, a great attitude and being able to
think on your feet in a busy environment is!
Please apply by emailing your CV and Covering Letter to;
Maggie Grove (Café Manager), cafe@herbfarm.co.nz