barista

jlt company group pty ltd; Municipality of Kiama; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

native cafe Kiama seeks a skilled Barista for a casual role with full-time options in Kiama, NSW. You will prepare espresso-based drinks, operate café equipment, take orders, and deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Join a friendly team and contribute to a welcoming cafe atmosphere while upholding health and safety standards and ensuring consistency in beverage quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Barista or in a cafe/hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of coffee types, brewing methods and espresso machine operation.
• Excellent customer service and friendly attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple orders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to beverage quality and consistency.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Basic numeracy for cash handling.
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons and weekends.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain one (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving espresso drinks to customers as ordered.
• Operating and maintaining café equipment to ensure optimal performance and cleanliness.
• Taking customer orders accurately and offering recommendations.
• Maintaining a clean and organised workstation and café environment, adhering to health standards.
• Building positive relationships with customers and delivering excellent service.
• Collaborating with team members to deliver seamless service during busy periods.

Skills

Barista experience

Coffee knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Cash handling

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Barista to join the team at native cafe in Kiama, NSW. This is a casual position with full time options.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and serving a variety of espresso-based drinks, speciality coffees and other beverages to customers' specifications
• Operating and maintaining coffee machines, grinders and other café equipment to ensure optimal performance and cleanliness
• Taking customer orders accurately and efficiently, providing recommendations when appropriate
• Maintaining a clean and organised work station and café environment, adhering to health and safety standards
• Building positive relationships with customers and ensuring excellent customer service at all times
• Collaborating with team members to deliver seamless service during busy periods

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as a experienced Barista or in a similar cafe or hospitality role
• Strong knowledge of coffee types, brewing methods and espresso machine operation
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple orders simultaneously
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and consistency in beverage preparation
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Basic numeracy skills for handling cash and processing transactions
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including mornings, afternoons and weekends as required
• Current Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain one (desirable)

What we offer

Working with us, you will join a dynamic hospitality team committed to delivering exceptional service and quality. We offer casual work arrangements that provide flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. We provide on-the-job training and opportunities to develop your barista skills further. We believe in creating a positive workplace culture where all team members feel welcome and motivated.