Current longer-term opportunities

Monavale Blueberries offers long-term career paths for those passionate about organic horticulture, and sustainability. Our roles provide opportunities for growth, innovation, and meaningful impact within a supportive, values-driven workplace.

You can find all our currently-open positions, and apply, at PureGround: https://pureground.app/employers/monavale-blueberries

Cafe Manager & Events Organiser

Café Irresistiblue is looking for a charismatic leader to manage the day to day running of our orchard café and attract, plan and coordinate customer events.

5 days, preferably Thursday to Monday, but including at least 1 weekend day
8.30am to 4.30pm
some evenings

Experience
All FOH duties: greet and seat; till/payment operations; barista skills; bar/cocktail knowledge; kitchen pass control; table service. Staff management and training. POS and booking system changing/updating. Event/function organising and managing.

Duty Manager or able to obtain

Managerial Duties
• Leadership and team management: train, motivate, mentor and foster a positive team culture
• Customer service excellence: friendly, patient, proactive, ensure customer satisfaction and able to handle customer queries and complaints effectively
• High standards of cleanliness, food quality and presentation
• Operational adaptability: ability to multitask in a fast paced environment, solve problems quickly (equipment failure, rushes or staff shortage)
• Communication skills: clear, consistent communication with staff regarding expectations, with guests, owners and suppliers
• Financial acumen and organisation: manage inventory, budgeting, cost control, cash handling, numeracy, pos/till programming, booking system

Event Management
• meticulous attention to detail
• financial acumen for budgeting
• ensure events are profitable
• calm under pressure
• handle multiple tasks
• negotiating skills
• adaptable – find solutions to problems
• creative solutions to design or challenges
• resourcefulness – maximize available resources for the best outcome
• plan – execute – meet objectives

We offer a great working environment, a happy, skilled team and competitive hourly rate.

Interested? Email through your CV and any other relevant information to [email protected]

Orchard Team Leader – Orchard Maintenance

Are you an experienced horticulturalist with a passion for organic growing? Monavale Blueberries is seeking two skilled and proactive Orchard Team Leaders to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

In this role, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring the health of our plants and the quality of our harvests through meticulous care and efficient management. We are looking for two individuals who thrive in a hands-on environment and possesses the leadership skills to guide our seasonal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Liaising with the orchard management team to plan for orchard activities, resource requirements, and seasonal changes
Lead day-to-day maintenance, including pruning, weed/scrub management
Operations & Safety: Safely operate machinery (tractors, mowers, quad bikes, and forklifts), manage daily work schedules, and maintain rigorous Health & Safety standards, including reporting and risk mitigation
Netting
Erecting and dissembling tunnels
Maintaining detailed records of orchard activities and timesheets
Directing harvest staff to their allocated picking areas, ensuring picking quality is maintained, collecting fresh berries from the field and delivering to the packhouse.

What We Are Looking For

New Zealand resident or citizen with at least two years in a similar horticultural role. You will have proven expertise in crop checks, spraying, fertilising, and the full range of orchard maintenance tasks
A qualification in Horticulture is highly preferred
You must hold a current Full Driver’s Licence. A Forklift Licence is preferred.
Strong time management skills, the ability to work independently, and the confidence to lead and coordinate seasonal staff
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused approach
A genuine interest in and commitment to organic growing principles is essential to our mission.
You must be able to adapt to flexible working hours as required.

Why Join Us?

In return for your dedication, you will receive a competitive hourly rate and work in a clean, chemical-free environment alongside a team of friendly colleagues. Staff benefits include discounted rates on meals and products at our orchard cafe.

How to Apply

If you are ready to bring your horticultural expertise to our dedicated organic team, we would love to hear from you!

Please apply by filling out our application form here: https://forms.gle/zNgcyyUcwfRA5J5k7

Please note: You will need to input your details and upload your resume/CV through the form. Each applicant must submit their own individual form.

Location: Monavale Blueberries, Cambridge

Monavale Blueberries is an equal opportunity employer committed to sustainable farming practices.

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