Barista/Bakery: Flexible Casual Café Specialist

Boatshed Market; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Boatshed Market in Cottesloe is seeking a Barista/Bakery customer service assistant for a casual, on-site role. You will be the friendly face of the café, preparing quality beverages and assisting with bakery offerings, while delivering exceptional service.

The role emphasizes cafe operations, customer engagement, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in a vibrant community hub.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in café, restaurant or customer service is highly desirable.
• Barista experience or formal coffee-making qualifications are preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse customers.
• Attention to detail and high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy periods while staying calm and organized.
• Basic numeracy and familiarity with point-of-sale systems or willingness to learn.
• Team-oriented approach and flexibility to casual shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving espresso-based coffees, teas and other beverages.
• Operating espresso machines and café equipment with care.
• Providing knowledgeable recommendations about coffee, tea and bakery items.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic work environment per food safety standards.
• Processing customer orders and payments using POS systems.
• Assisting with display, handling and sale of fresh bakery items.
• Engaging with customers to build rapport and encourage repeat business.
• Restocking supplies and maintaining stock levels during shifts.
• Supporting the team to ensure smooth operations during peak and quiet times.

Skills

Customer service

Barista experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Numeracy

POS systems

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Boatshed Market in Cottesloe is seeking a Barista/Bakery customer service assistant for a casual, on-site role. You will be the friendly face of the café, preparing quality beverages and assisting with bakery offerings, while delivering exceptional service.

The role emphasizes cafe operations, customer engagement, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in a vibrant community hub.