Barista & Canteen Assistant — Mon–Fri Café Role

Mychemist Retail Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts at Chemist Warehouse

On-the-job training and ongoing suport

Free onsite parking

Employee support services (EAP)

Job summary

Albert’s Basement Cafe at the Chemist Warehouse Head Office in Preston is seeking a reliable casual Canteen Assistant / Barista. You will make coffees, serve food and beverages, and help keep the canteen organized and efficient.

The role involves menu ideas, stock checks, cash handling, and occasional heavy lifting. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast pace and enjoys customer service in a friendly team environment.

Qualifications

• Barista experience essential.
• Canteen or similar customer service experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.

Responsibilities

• Make coffees and serve food and beverages.
• Add new foods and ideas to the canteen menu and specials.
• Handle cash and provide friendly customer service.
• Check stock for expiry dates and monitor supplies.
• Clean the kitchen and cafe area regularly.
• Order stock and replenish (some heavy lifting).
• Prepare and cook hot foods as required.
• Take pre-orders for lunch.

Skills

Barista experience

Canteen customer service

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

Albert’s Basement Cafe at the Chemist Warehouse Head Office in Preston is seeking a reliable casual Canteen Assistant / Barista. You will make coffees, serve food and beverages, and help keep the canteen organized and efficient.

The role involves menu ideas, stock checks, cash handling, and occasional heavy lifting. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast pace and enjoys customer service in a friendly team environment.