Experienced Barista
Job Description
This is a barista position in a busy café environment where you will prepare and serve espresso-based coffee and other hot beverages in accordance with the café's recipes, quality standards and presentation requirements. You will operate commercial coffee equipment safely and efficiently, maintain consistent coffee quality during peak service periods, and provide friendly, professional customer service.
Key responsibilities
Preparing and serving espresso-based coffee and other hot beverages in accordance with the café's recipes, quality standards and presentation requirements
Operating commercial coffee equipment safely and efficiently, including espresso machines, grinders and other beverage equipment
Maintaining consistent coffee quality, speed and accuracy during busy and peak service periods
Providing friendly, professional and efficient customer service and responding appropriately to customer requests
Taking customer orders, processing payments and operating the point-of-sale (POS) system when required
Preparing and presenting cabinet food and other café products in accordance with food safety and presentation standards
Maintaining a clean, organised and well-presented coffee station, service area and front-of-house environment
Cleaning and maintaining coffee equipment, utensils and work areas in accordance with workplace procedures
Monitoring stock levels of coffee, milk, cups, syrups and other beverage supplies and notifying the appropriate person when replenishment is required
Assisting with opening and closing duties, including preparation of the café, cleaning and securing equipment and service areas
About you
Previous barista experience in a busy café, restaurant or similar hospitality environment
Strong espresso coffee-making skills
The ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Good communication skills and a positive attitude
Excellent customer service skills
Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
The ability to work well as part of a team
Good personal presentation and attention to detail
An understanding of basic food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards
Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including at least one weekend day
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay rate
Daytime-only work
Free parking
Supportive, family-owned business environment
Fun, fast and efficient team culture
Training and upskilling opportunities
Opportunities to grow your hospitality career
Work with an accredited employer
About us
Columbus Coffee Dunedin is an accredited employer.
Pay: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits
Employee discount
Free drinks
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Work Location: In person
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