Barista

U@MQ Limited; Sydney; In loco; AUD 63.000 - 77.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free gym membership

Discounted health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Rostered days off

Descrizione del lavoro

U@MQ Ltd, a Macquarie University campus operator, is seeking a barista to deliver quality beverages and friendly service in a busy campus cafe. You will engage with customers, help maintain high standards, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of barista experience, knowledge of brewing methods, and a positive approach. An availability for a rotating roster across 24/7 operations is expected.

Competenze

• Minimum 1–2 years barista experience in a high-volume, fast-paced cafe or food & beverage outlet.
• Sound knowledge of coffee preparation and brewing methods.
• Friendly, approachable manner with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.

Mansioni

• Engage with new and regular customers in a fast-paced café environment.
• Work with the team to provide friendly service and a positive customer experience.
• Support daily operation by preparing and serving high-quality hot and cold beverages to customer preferences.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and maintain high standards across the venue.
• Set a positive example for colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Conoscenze

Barista experience

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Formazione

No formal education required

Descrizione del lavoro

Prepare quality coffee, deliver reliable service and help keep campus running. · Salary Package: $69,600 per annum, plus 12% super · Full-time, continuing appointment · Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

THE ROLE

• Engage with new and regular customers in a fast-paced café environment.
• Work with the team to provide friendly service and a positive customer experience.
• Support the daily operation of the venue by preparing and serving high-quality hot and cold beverages to customer preferences.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and maintain high standards across the venue.
• Set a positive example for your colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment.

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd, a controlled entity of Macquarie University, operates a range of hospitality and retail venues across campus. Through its Campus Services team, U@MQ provides products, services and events for students, staff and the wider community. Our services include managing and operating cafés, a licensed Bar, vending, academic dress hire, branded merchandise as well as delivering events and activations across campus.

Benefits at U@MQ include:

• Free gym and aquatic centre membership
• Fun and collaborative values-driven culture
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to the Macquarie University Library (borrowing, printing and data bases)
• Rostered days off available

ABOUT YOU (SELECTION CRITERIA)

You are an experienced barista who thrives in a high-volume environment and brings consistency, pace and personality to every shift. You take ownership of the venue, keep standards high, and enjoy being the familiar face that keeps customers coming back. Must have minimum 1-2 years barista experience in a high volume, fast paced café or food and beverage outlet, with sound knowledge of coffee preparation and brewing methods, You have a friendly, approachable manner and a positive, enthusiastic attitude, and you enjoy creating a warm, welcoming experience for customers, You take a proactive, customer-focused approach, follow through on tasks and go the extra mile to create a positive experience for customers, Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and set a positive example for colleagues, Working knowledge of HACCP/food safety and WHS obligations as they apply to hospitality operations, and Availability to work a rotating roster covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in accordance with business requirements.

Applications Close: Sunday 29 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)

Applications Close: 29/11/2026 11:59 PM

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.

At Macquarie University, our human equation for success is You to the Power of Us. It’s an invitation for you to bring your passion and purpose to a campus powered by human collaboration, and where the potential of every person multiplies our ability to achieve remarkable things. Hear from our Vice Chancellor Bruce Dowton.

Our values — Collective Ambition, Purposeful Collaboration, Bold Innovation, and Genuine Care — are at the heart of everything we do and by living our values, we unlock the true potential of You to the Power of Us. Our values guide how we work, lead and support one another. We know Macquarie is at its best when we live our values every day. Fostering Belonging Our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework 2024-2028 and our Flexible Work approach support Macquarie’s vision by building a community where everyone truly feels safe and like they belong. We acknowledge the richness of each individual’s identity and the potential that brings. This diversity amplifies You to the Power of Us and creates an inclusive environment that leads to better outcomes for all. Through a nurturing and fair environment, we are a workplace that enables you to balance both your personal needs and professional goals.

What we offer?

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

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