Barista

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary accommodation acrossHyat

Gym access

Discounted dining at Langlands

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is seeking a passionate Barista to join our Food & Beverage team in Melbourne. You will craft exceptional coffee, deliver warm service, and create memorable guest experiences.

As the face behind every cup, you will bring energy, consistency, and a passion for specialty coffee while supporting the wider team and maintaining hospitality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' barista experience and previous waiter or food service experience.
• Ability to manage high-volume service in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Melbourne coffee culture and latte art.
• Current Victorian RSA Certificate.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and time management skills.
• The flexibility to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.
• Complimentary and discounted accommodation across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.
• Complimentary use of Hotel Gym & 25m Heated Pool.
• Discounted dining at Langlands Restaurant and Bar.
• Investment in your career development through training, opportunities and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality hot and cold beverages, with a focus on specialty coffee and consistent presentation.
• Deliver friendly, professional customer service and respond to guest enquiries and feedback.
• Maintain coffee equipment and workstations in line with HACCP, FIFO, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with Food & Beverage service, including setting, clearing, and resetting tables, and waiter duties as required.
• Support the wider Food & Beverage team with a positive, flexible approach.
• Manage high-volume coffee service, including events of 200+ coffees, while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Skills

Barista experience

Food service

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Positive attitude

Education

Victorian RSA Certificate

Job description

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"Our leaders have always encouraged us to try new approaches and learn by experimentation. The biggest learning through this was that persistence and calculated risks, pay off."

Centrally located on Downie Street in Melbourne’s Central Business District, Hyatt Centric Melbourne features 277 chic guestrooms and suites, an upscale restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and a 25-metre indoor pool—making it the perfect launchpad for exploring, Melbourne.

Langlands Restaurant & Bar on level 25 is the hotel's signature dining destination, drawing on Melbourne's food culture for a menu and drinks program suited to celebrations of every kind. The hotel is just minutes from the Docklands and Southbank precincts, close to the city's convention centres, entertainment and major sporting venues.

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About the Role:

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Barista to join our Food & Beverage team. You'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our restaurant and bar by crafting exceptional coffee, delivering warm and genuine service, and creating memorable guest experiences.

As the face behind every cup, you'll bring energy, consistency, and a passion for specialty coffee while building meaningful connections with our guests and supporting the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare high-quality hot and cold beverages, with a focus on specialty coffee and consistent presentation.
• Deliver friendly, professional customer service and respond to guest enquiries and feedback.
• Maintain coffee equipment and workstations in line with HACCP, FIFO, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with Food & Beverage service, including setting, clearing, and resetting tables, and waiter duties as required.
• Support the wider Food & Beverage team with a positive, flexible approach.
• Manage high-volume coffee service, including events of 200+ coffees, while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

About you:

• Minimum 2 years' barista experience and previous waiter or food service experience.
• Ability to manage high-volume service in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Melbourne coffee culture and latte art.
• Current Victorian RSA Certificate.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to support the wider Food & Beverage team.
• The flexibility to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
• Complimentary and discounted accommodation across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Complimentary use of Hotel Gym & 25m Heated Pool
• Discounted dining at Langlands Restaurant and Bar
• Investment in your career development through training, opportunities and mentorship

Our values of Empathy, Wellbeing, Experimentation, Inclusion, Integrity and Respect are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged. To get a peek of how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt

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