Barista: Craft Coffee, Friendly Vibes, Flexible Hours

Accor Apartments & Realty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Barista to craft delightful coffee experiences and maintain a tidy, welcoming workspace. You will brew a range of beverages and engage with guests to build memorable visits.

The role emphasizes friendly service, teamwork, and a passion for coffee, with flexibility to cover weekends, evenings, and holidays. RSA or equivalent qualification is required to operate in this role.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with coffee brewing techniques, including espresso extraction and milk steaming.
• Direct customer interaction experience with strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in operating coffee machines, grinders and other barista tools.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays. RSA or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for customers.
• Prepare a wide range of beverages from espresso to hot and cold drinks.
• Proactively learn and share product knowledge with customers.
• Communicate effectively with guests and team members for smooth teamwork.

Skills

Espresso extraction

Milk steaming

Customer service

Communication

Barista equipment

Flexible schedule

RSA certification

Tools

Coffee machines

Grinders

Barista tools

Job description

Purpose

As a Barista, you will be the master of crafting delightful coffee experiences. With your skills, you will brew up more than just beverages, creating moments of comfort and joy for our customers. Your friendly demeanour, attention to detail, and knack for a tidy workspace will ensure that every visit is a pleasant one

Primary Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere where you will turn every moment into a memory and every experience into a story
• Skilfully prepare a wide spectrum of beverages, spanning from coffee classics to an array of hot and cold drink offerings
• Proactively source information to increase your product knowledge
• Confidently communicate with guests and colleagues for seamless teamwork

Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with coffee brewing techniques, including espresso extraction, milk steaming, and tea preparation
• Previous engagement in roles that involve direct customer interaction, showcasing strong communication and people skills
• Proficiency in operating coffee machines, grinders, and other barista tools
• Passion for engaging with patrons and collaborating within a team of diverse professionals
• Embrace a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and holidays to keep the coffee flowing smoothly
• Possession of a valid RSA or an equivalent qualification for the specific Country / State / Territory