Lead Barista — Elevate Specialty Coffee (Full-Time)

Private Advertiser; Hobart; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pounds + Ounces is a vibrant cafe located within the Royal Hobart Hospital, known for exceptional specialty coffee and fresh, wholesome food made in-house. We are seeking a Head Barista to lead our coffee offering, set standards, and guide the team in a fast-paced service environment.

You will supervise daily operations, dial in grinders, and ensure top-quality espresso and beverages for thousands of customers each week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior barista or Head Barista.
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee and espresso calibration.
• Ability to lead and develop a team in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain exceptional coffee standards across the cafe.
• Own daily coffee operations and ensure consistency.
• Dial in grinders, calibrate recipes, and maintain equipment.
• Support and motivate the team to deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Head Barista

Coffee knowledge

Espresso extraction

Milk texturing

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Pounds + Ounces is a vibrant cafe located within the Royal Hobart Hospital, known for exceptional specialty coffee and fresh, wholesome food made in-house. We are seeking a Head Barista to lead our coffee offering, set standards, and guide the team in a fast-paced service environment.

You will supervise daily operations, dial in grinders, and ensure top-quality espresso and beverages for thousands of customers each week.