Head Barista

DON MAG ENTERPRISES PTY LTD; Willoughby; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Training input

Job summary

DON MAG ENTERPRISES PTY LTD – Chatswood NSW is opening Don's Deli + Bistro. We are seeking an experienced Head Barista to lead our coffee operation from opening day, combining excellent coffee-making with leadership, quality control and training.

The role offers $70,000 – $80,000 + super, based on experience, with modern equipment and scope to shape coffee standards and team development. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years as a professional barista in a busy café or specialty venue.
• Head Barista or senior barista leadership experience highly regarded.
• Strong espresso, grinder calibration, milk texturing and latte art skills.
• Able to maintain quality under pressure and train others.
• Reliable team player with weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consistently high-quality espresso and beverages.
• Dial in grinders, calibrate recipes, maintain extraction consistency.
• Deliver excellent milk texturing, correct temperatures and latte art.
• Lead fast, accurate service and workflow during peak trading.
• Train, coach and mentor junior baristas and café team members.
• Monitor stock and assist with ordering for coffee and beverages.
• Clean, maintain and troubleshoot coffee machines and grinders.
• Follow food safety and workplace safety requirements.
• Collaborate with Store Manager and build relationships with regulars.

Skills

Barista leadership

Espresso skills

Milk texturing

Latte art

Training others

Weekend availability

Job description

DON MAG ENTERPRISES PTY LTD – Chatswood NSW

Don's Deli + Bistro is a new continental deli and all-day bistro opening at Chatswood Chase this summer. Coffee and sandwiches by day, wine and small plates by night, alongside a deli counter of quality cheeses, cured meats and specialty foods.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, passionate Head Barista to lead our coffee operation from opening day. This senior hands‑on role combines excellent coffee‑making with leadership, quality control and training.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare consistently high-quality espresso and specialty beverages
• Dial in grinders, calibrate recipes and keep extraction consistent
• Deliver excellent milk texturing, correct temperatures and latte art
• Lead fast, accurate service and workflow during peak trading
• Train, coach and mentor junior baristas and café team members
• Monitor coffee, milk and beverage stock and help with ordering
• Clean, maintain and troubleshoot coffee machines and grinders
• Follow food safety, cleaning and workplace safety requirements
• Work closely with the Store Manager and build relationships with regulars

About you

• At least 3 years as a professional barista in a busy café or specialty coffee venue
• Head Barista, Senior Barista or coffee team leadership experience highly regarded
• Strong espresso, grinder calibration, milk texturing and latte art skills
• Able to keep quality high under pressure and train others
• Reliable, a strong team player, and available on weekends

What we offer

• $70,000 – $80,000 + super, based on experience
• The chance to lead coffee at a new venue from opening, with modern equipment
• Real input into coffee standards, training and team development