Restaurants and Cafes are hiring in Tauranga!

Bay of Plenty
January 22, 2026
Apply Now

Job Description

Please remember, we are a backpackers that helps their guests with finding jobs in the area. We are not the employers. =)

HOSPO JOBS

In Tauranga, there are plenty of job opportunities within walking distance of our hostel. Think cafes, restaurants, bars, cafe, and retail shops. Restaurants are looking for people with experience – so if you have bar / restaurant / barista experience, it will be quite easy to get a job 🙂

CONSTRUCTION / BUILDING WORK

Do you have a trade qualification? Truck driving license? Painter? Carpenter? If so, getting a job should be easy as – we’ll show you the right direction 🙂 You will also need a car.

FACTORY JOBS

If you have a car only! The factories are 10 – 15 min drive from the hostels as we are located in the heart of the city center.

—

Are you planning to stay a few months in Tauranga? Stay with us and we will assist you in finding work. We have great relationships with many businesses in the area.

We are Tauranga’s best waterfront accommodation!
More than just a place to stay, our newly renovated 5 star silver Qualmark awarded historic building, is the preferred stop for travellers and young adventurers wanting high quality, affordable rooms, a great vibe and our million-dollar harbour views.

So, fill out the application form here or on our website, so we can answer all your questions, check you in and get the process started! When you check in, we can help you find a job by giving you the contacts we have that are looking for staff.

All we ask for is to stay with us while you work. We don’t charge any commission, we’re not a recruitment agency, we’re just a hostel offering help to all our guests staying at Wanderlust NZ.

We have weekly long term rates available: dorm rooms start from $294 per week and private rooms (double and twins) from $322 per week.

Give us a call on 07 262 0027 or flick us an email to hello@wanderlustnz.co.nz and we hope to welcome you soon!

Looking forward hearing from you all!

The Wanderlust NZ Team.