Job Title: Head Barista – New Italian Deli Opening Soon

We are excited to be opening a brand-new Italian deli and café within the next 6 weeks, and we’re looking for an experienced and passionate Head Barista to lead our coffee program from day one.

This is a unique chance to play a key role in shaping the identity, standards, and customer experience of a new venue. If you take pride in exceptional coffee, enjoy leading a team, and thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and serve consistently high-quality coffee to a professional standard
Lead, train, and mentor junior baristas and front-of-house team members
Manage inventory, including ordering coffee beans, milk, and café supplies
Maintain robust relationships with suppliers
Deliver outstanding customer service and create a welcoming café environment
Assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Contribute to the creation and refinement of the beverage menu
Proactively engage with local businesses to build a loyal, repeat customer base
Ensure cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency of the coffee station and service area

About You:
Proven experience as a senior or head barista in a high-quality café environment




Robust knowledge of coffee extraction, milk texturing, and equipment maintenance
Experience with inventory management and ordering systems
A natural leader with excellent communication and training skills
Passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional customer experiences
Organised, proactive, and able to take initiative in a startup environment
Excited about contributing to the growth and success of a new business

What We Offer:
The opportunity to shape and lead the coffee program from the ground up
A supportive and team-oriented team environment
Competitive salary based on experience
Career growth opportunities as the business expands

If you’re ready to take ownership of a coffee program and be part of something from the very beginning, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.

Pay: $31.25 – $40.49 per hour

Perks
Employee discount
Free drinks
Free food
Salary packaging

Experience:
Barista: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Barista Hamilton (Australia)
🏢 In Forno
📍 Australia