Zomer – a friendly local eatery
Zomer – a friendly local eatery Zomer is a true local eatery; a café that welcomes locals like friends, as well as catering to the many visitors attracted by the proximity of Takapuna beach. Matt Jacobi, barista, and manager Saul Stevens Manager Saul Stevens says not only is Zomer owned by Takapuna locals, it is also staffed entirely by people who live locally. Better still, it has a philosophy of returning 70% of profits to the staff, paid as a three-monthly bonus. “We’re not in a position to pay the living wage,” says Saul, “but we can do this.” As he points out, those extra dollars go back into the community in one way or another – and it means Zomer attracts and keeps a