Head Barista/ Cafe Supervisor

seek.com.au; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwood Café at Greenwood Business Park is seeking an experienced specialty barista who will also manage the store from day one. You will take ownership of both the coffee and the operation at this brand-new cafe, ensuring exceptional service and consistency in every cup.

Lead by example, train staff, and drive sales to meet targets, with a performance bonus when sales targets are reached. Join a startup environment and shape the cafe from opening day.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' specialty coffee experience.
• Ability to handle 4–5 kg of coffee per day.
• Experience adjusting machine and grinder settings.
• Proficient in making all espresso drinks.
• Consistent high-quality coffee output with latte art.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent presentation and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and supervising day-to-day operations
• Ensuring all staff are trained in accordance with specifications
• Maintaining the highest standards for all products
• Providing exceptional customer service and being a role model for your team
• Fostering an environment of respect, collaboration and teamwork within the store
• Following all cash management policies and procedures to ensure accountability of all monies
• Handle daily opening and closing of the coffee machine

Skills

Specialty coffee

Team leadership

Cash handling

Latte art

Staff training

Autonomous work

Job description

You'll be an experienced specialty barista who will also manage the store. This role suits someone who wants to build something from the ground up and take ownership of both the coffee and the operation at a brand new cafe opening at Greenwood Business Park.

Key responsibilities

• Overseeing and supervising day-to-day operations
• Ensuring all staff are trained in accordance with specifications
• Maintaining the highest standards for all products
• Providing exceptional customer service and being a role model for your team
• Fostering an environment of respect, collaboration and teamwork within the store
• Following all cash management policies and procedures to ensure accountability of all monies
• Handle daily opening and closing of the coffee machine

About you

• At least 2 years' specialty coffee experience
• Able to handle 4 to 5 kg of coffee a day on your own
• Able to adjust and correct machine and grinder settings
• Experience making all types of espresso coffee
• Produce consistent, high-quality coffee with latte art
• Work autonomously and as part of a team
• Excellent presentation and customer service
• The chance to shape a new cafe from opening day
• Performance bonus when the cafe hits agreed sales targets