Senior Cafe Barista - The Red Bridge Cafe
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Organisation:
The Red Bridge Cafe & Restaurant - The new premium cafe in Windsor!
Website
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Location:
Windsor, NSW
Employment Type:
Full-Time or Part-Time or Casual
Service Period:
Morning café trade (breakfast to early afternoon)
Reports to:
Restaurant Manager / Owner
Role Purpose
The Senior Cafe Barista is responsible for
owning the morning café operation from the front
, ensuring rapid, consistent coffee quality and smooth customer flow during peak breakfast periods.
This is a hands-on leadership role that sets the
pace, energy, and service standard
for the café each day.
Key Responsibilities
1. Coffee Quality & Beverage Execution
Prepare and serve high-quality espresso-based coffee and beverages to consistent standards
Dial in grinders, manage milk texturing, and maintain coffee recipes
Ensure speed, accuracy, and presentation during peak morning service
2. Morning Service Flow & Customer Experience
Lead café opening, setup, and readiness for morning trade
Manage takeaway and dine-in flow to minimise wait times and queues
Engage with customers, build rapport with regulars, and handle service issues professionally
3. Team Leadership & On-Shift Supervision
Lead, train, and support baristas and FOH all-rounders during shifts
Allocate positions during busy periods and step in where needed
Set service expectations and maintain a calm,



positive team environment
4. Equipment, Stock & Station Management
Maintain espresso machines, grinders, and barista equipment in clean working order
Monitor and manage stock for coffee beans, milk, cups, lids, and café supplies
Communicate ordering needs and minimise waste
5. Standards, Cleanliness & Compliance
Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the coffee station and front counter
Ensure food safety, allergen awareness, and WHS practices are followed
Uphold café brand standards and service consistency
Key Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as a
Senior Barista
in a busy café
Strong espresso knowledge including grinder adjustment and milk texturing
Experience working in
high-volume morning café environments
Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills
Reliable, organised, and confident leading morning shifts
Desirable (Not Mandatory)
Experience opening cafés or setting up new coffee stations
Ability to train junior baristas and all-rounders
Knowledge of POS systems and basic cash handling
Interest in career progression or future leadership opportunities
Why This Role Is Critical
Coffee drives repeat business in local café trade
Morning speed and consistency determine customer loyalty
This role sets the tone for the entire venue each day
Apply
with your resume and a brief summary of your barista and café leadership experience.

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