Barista

Job title: Barista

Prepare quality coffee, deliver reliable service and help keep campus running.

Salary Package: $69,600 per annum, plus 12% super Full-time, continuing appointment Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head Barista, you will help deliver a welcoming café experience and support the smooth running of daily operations.

You will:

• Engage with new and regular customers in a fast-paced café environment.
• Work with the team to provide friendly service and a positive customer experience.
• Support the daily operation of the venue by preparing and serving high-quality hot and cold beverages to customer preferences.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and maintain high standards across the venue.
• Set a positive example for your colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment.

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd, a controlled entity of Macquarie University, operates a range of hospitality and retail venues across campus. Through its Campus Services team, U@MQ provides products, services and events for students, staff and the wider community.

Our services include managing and operating cafés, a licensed Bar, vending, academic dress hire, branded merchandise as well as delivering events and activations across campus.

Benefits at U@MQ include:

• Free gym and aquatic centre membership
• Fun and collaborative values-driven culture
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to the Macquarie University Library (borrowing, printing and data bases)
• Rostered days off available

ABOUT YOU (SELECTION CRITERIA)

You are an experienced barista who thrives in a high-volume environment and brings consistency, pace and personality to every shift. You take ownership of the venue, keep standards high, and enjoy being the familiar face that keeps customers coming back.

• Must have minimum 1-2 years barista experience in a high volume, fast paced café or food and beverage outlet, with sound knowledge of coffee preparation and brewing methods
• You have a friendly, approachable manner and a positive, enthusiastic attitude, and you enjoy creating a warm, welcoming experience for customers
• You take a proactive, customer-focused approach, follow through on tasks and go the extra mile to create a positive experience for customers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and set a positive example for colleagues
• Working knowledge of HACCP/food safety and WHS obligations as they apply to hospitality operations
• Availability to work a rotating roster covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in accordance with business requirements

If you are passionate and experienced, want to work in a fun, friendly and fast paced environment, this is your opportunity to apply now and start immediately.