Part-time Barista

About Us

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Barista to join Komunal Cafe, an inclusive specialty coffee space that serves quality beverages and creates a welcoming environment for all. From handcrafted filter brews to espresso-based drinks, we offer a variety of hot and cold beverages alongside sweet and savoury bites

About the role

As a Part-Time Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of high-quality beverages, educating customers about our menu, recommending drinks based on individual preferences, and introducing featured or seasonal offerings. You’ll also take and manage orders efficiently, ensuring a smooth and pleasant service flow. Most importantly, you will help create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience for every guest who walks through our doors.

To succeed in this role, you should have excellent customer service skills, a good understanding of brewing equipment, and the ability to work flexible shifts. If you’re passionate about coffee, enjoy connecting with people, and take pride in creating a positive, inclusive cafe environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all food and beverage offerings at the cafe.

• Prepare beverages and food items in accordance with company standards, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.

• Build strong customer relationships to enhance the overall café experience.

• Recommend menu items or merchandise based on customer preferences, including featured or seasonal offerings.

• Maintain the cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene of the café, including the workstations and equipment, in line with food safety standards.

• Perform regular maintenance and care of coffee machines and brewing equipment to ensure optimal functionality.

• Manage café inventory, including stock checks, replenishment, and handling deliveries.

• Accurately operate the point-of-sale system and process customer transactions efficiently.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth café operations and share ideas to improve customer experience.

• Support café operations across roles and assist with other duties as needed by management.

• Uphold consistency and quality in every cup of coffee served.

• Possess foundational knowledge of coffee origins, grind sizes, brewing methods, and latte art pouring.

Requirements and skills

• Prior experience as a Barista or in a similar role is preferred but not essential – comprehensive training will be provided.
• Genuine passion for coffee culture and the art of coffee-making.
• Enjoys engaging with people and has a strong desire to work in the service and hospitality industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to work on shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Work Location: In person