Founders Cafe

Founders Cafe Licensed cafe in the heart of Founders Heritage Park. Open Wednesday-Sunday for craft beer, local wine, barista coffee, a great bite of food. Quiz nights
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Live music, Food Truck Friday & other functions found on Facebook events. Private bookings welcome.

Yummy Weekend Specials 😋
27/06/2025

Yummy Weekend Specials 😋

Soup of the Day ' Potato, Leek & Bacon' served with buttery sourdough toast
25/06/2025

Soup of the Day ' Potato, Leek & Bacon' served with buttery sourdough toast

Soup of the Day ' Creamy Pumpkin with Cheesy Toast ' 🧡💛🧡💛
18/06/2025

Soup of the Day ' Creamy Pumpkin with Cheesy Toast ' 🧡💛🧡💛

18/06/2025

We are open for matariki 🌠 come down for some warming winter specials
Open from 10 am Friday 19th

Founders Cafe is open all weekend for great coffee & delicious food, come and join us 🤎
11/06/2025

Founders Cafe is open all weekend for great coffee & delicious food, come and join us 🤎


Immediate start:Barista Duty managerFood runner Kitchen handSend your CV to Jade now and join a great teamBookings.found...
09/06/2025

Immediate start:
Barista
Duty manager
Food runner
Kitchen hand

Send your CV to Jade now and join a great team
[email protected]

SOULPIXI ELUSIVESHANTI SHONEY3pm, Sunday 8 June, Founders Cafe, NelsonSoulpixi and Elusiv are local DJ's from way back w...
04/06/2025

SOULPIXI
ELUSIVE
SHANTI SHONEY

3pm, Sunday 8 June, Founders Cafe, Nelson

Soulpixi and Elusiv are local DJ's from way back who will playing their first Sunday Sesh. They'll be bringing the smoothest liquid dnb cuts to chill on your Sunday arvo. Shanti Shoney will also be bringing her MC skills to the mic again 🤩

Settle in the cafe courtyard for a cool beverage and explore the more chill sounds of electronic music.

NOTE: This weekend the Annual Founders Book Fair is taking place. Please pay a koha to the book fair for entry.

This is the penultimate session for the season. Next weekend we'll be having our season close with a celebration of house music on Saturday June 14th.

This weekend we have your Sunday arvo sorted!

We’re seeking a dedicated chef/cook to join our team!This role is majority day-time hours, works with a close-knit team...
01/06/2025

We’re seeking a dedicated chef/cook to join our team!

This role is majority day-time hours, works with a close-knit team and has opportunities to learn and grow.

Position Details:
- 20 hours/week
- Must be available Saturdays and Sundays
- More hours available during the summer season and with events

Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook a variety of menu items to high standards
- Assist with catering for events and functions
- Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, overseeing daily operations and ensuring smooth workflow
- Ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are strictly followed
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment
- Assist with menu planning, stock management, and training junior staff
- Collaborate with the team to deliver quality dishes on time

To Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] visit us in person.

🔥 LEAN UP + M-PHONIK 🔥💥 Reggae + Dubstep 💥From 3pm at Founders CafeFree Entry, All agesDJs Lean Up & M-Phonik are back a...
28/05/2025

🔥 LEAN UP + M-PHONIK 🔥

💥 Reggae + Dubstep 💥

From 3pm at Founders Cafe

Free Entry, All ages

DJs Lean Up & M-Phonik are back at Founders Café with an unbeatable mix of reggae and dubstep classics, and the freshest cuts from the modern garage scene. These two stalwarts of the local circuit know exactly how to set the mood—deep bass, crisp beats, and nothing but quality sound.
Settle in the cafe courtyard for a cool beverage and explore the more chill sounds of electronic music.

📚NOTE: This weekend the Annual Founders Book Fair is taking place. Please pay a koha to the book fair for entry.

Every Sunday until the season close with a later evening party on Saturday June 14th.

This weekend we have your Sunday arvo sorted!

The Founders Cafe fireplace is fired up for the winter! If you need a cozy spot to enjoy a coffee today, come and join u...
28/05/2025

The Founders Cafe fireplace is fired up for the winter! If you need a cozy spot to enjoy a coffee today, come and join us ☕️

Mango & White Chocolate!
23/05/2025

Mango & White Chocolate!

Address

87 Atawhai Drive
Nelson
7010

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+6435484638

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