Barista
Red Gum Cafe is part of Manningham Uniting Church and the vision for it is to be; A living, breathing space that serves and fosters connection within the community.
If you are looking to combine your professional skills as a barista in an environment that fosters values that are welcoming, inclusive, generous and open minded then Red Gum Cafe is the place for you.
We are a seeking a barista, who is experienced and skilled in the industry, delivering exceptional customer service, and able to connect and build relationships with members, customers and people within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Nurture and build friendly relationships with members of MUC, customers, suppliers and partners within the community while helping to lead a team that delivers exceptional customer service
- Communicate and consult with Café Manager on operating needs, customer feedback and supplies
- Work alongside a diverse team
- Greet and engage customers as they enter café
- Produce and serve customers with consistent top quality coffee and drinks in a timely manner
- Answer customer enquiries and take orders
- Prepare and serve food
- Keep bar area clean and organised
- Comply with health and safety requirements
- Check and maintain functional use of brewing equipment
- Open / Closing operations and operating point of sale
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years work experience as a barista
- Minimum 4 years work experience in hospitality
- Additional certification (e.g Barista Certificate and/or hospitality) is a plus
- Hands on experience with professional coffee machine
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Food service experience
- Flexible to work within and outside operating hours (including weekends and public holidays)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Food handling certificate
- Training and willingness to stay up to date with latest brewing methods, and food and beverage preparation