Shift-Lead Barista & Espresso Quality Champion

ECRE Coffee; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stitch Coffee in Marrickville, Sydney, is looking for an Assistant Head Barista to support the Head Barista with coffee quality, team leadership and service during peak times.

The role is hands-on on the machine, with responsibility for dialling in espresso and other brew methods, coaching the team and ensuring smooth bar operation when the Head Barista is away. Weekend shifts are part of the roster.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in specialty coffee
• Confident dialling in multiple brew methods and roast styles
• Experience training or supervising other baristas
• Strong customer service, and calm under pressure

Responsibilities

• Dialling in espresso, filter, batch and cold brew daily, including lighter roasts
• Logging and maintaining coffee QC so quality stays consistent
• Training, coaching and supporting baristas on shift
• Running the bar and the shift when the Head Barista is off
• Looking after guests and keeping service moving at peak times
• Keeping equipment clean, calibrated and in good order
• Working with our Head Barista and Head Roaster on feedback and improvements

Skills

Specialty coffee

Dialling in multiple brew methods

Team training

Customer service

Job description

Stitch Coffee in Marrickville, Sydney, is looking for an Assistant Head Barista to support the Head Barista with coffee quality, team leadership and service during peak times.

The role is hands-on on the machine, with responsibility for dialling in espresso and other brew methods, coaching the team and ensuring smooth bar operation when the Head Barista is away. Weekend shifts are part of the roster.