Job Description
Senior Cafe Barista - The Red Bridge Cafe
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Organisation: The Red Bridge Cafe & Restaurant - The new premium cafe in Windsor!
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Website:
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n Location: Windsor, NSW
n Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time or Casual
n Service Period: Morning café trade (breakfast to early afternoon)
n Reports to: Restaurant Manager / Owner
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Role Purpose
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The Senior Cafe Barista is responsible for owning the morning café operation from the front, ensuring fast, 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.
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Key Responsibilities
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Key Responsibilities
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1. Coffee Quality & Beverage Execution
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Prepare and serve high-quality espresso-based coffee and beverages to consistent standards
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Dial in grinders, manage milk texturing, and maintain coffee recipes
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Ensure speed, accuracy, and presentation during peak morning service
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2. Morning Service Flow & Customer Experience
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Lead café opening, setup, and readiness for morning trade
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Manage takeaway and dine-in flow to minimise wait times and queues
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Engage with customers, build rapport with regulars, and handle service issues professionally
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Lead, train, and support baristas and FOH all-rounders during shifts
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Allocate positions during busy periods and step in where needed
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Set service expectations and maintain a calm, positive team setting
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4. Equipment, Stock & Station Management
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Maintain espresso machines, grinders, and barista equipment in clean working order
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Monitor and manage stock for coffee beans, milk, cups, lids, and café supplies
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Communicate ordering needs and minimise waste
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5. Standards, Cleanliness & Compliance
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Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the coffee station and front counter
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Ensure food safety, allergen awareness, and WHS practices are followed
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Uphold café brand standards and service consistency
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Key Skills & Experience Required
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Key Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience as a Senior Barista in a busy café
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Strong espresso knowledge including grinder adjustment and milk texturing
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Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills
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Reliable, organised, and confident leading morning shifts
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Ability to train junior baristas and all-rounders
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Knowledge of POS systems and basic cash handling
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Interest in career progression or future leadership opportunities
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Why This Role Is Critical
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Why This Role Is Critical
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Morning speed and consistency determine customer loyalty
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This role sets the tone for the entire venue each day
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