Job Description

Retirement Village Casual Coffee Bar Assistant

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Posted: 11/09/2026

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Closing Date: 11/10/2026

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Job Type: Casual

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Location: Scarborough

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Job Category: Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

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Join the BallyCara Coffee Bar Team and bring your barista skills, warm personality and hospitality experience to a beautiful retirement village just metres from the water on the Redcliffe Peninsula.

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This is more than serving coffee. It's about creating connection, conversation and a welcoming place for our residents, families, visitors and community.

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Why BallyCara?

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- Do what you love – make great coffee and deliver genuine hospitality
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- Work in a beautiful waterfront location on the Redcliffe Peninsula
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- Make a difference every day by creating positive moments for our residents
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- Join a friendly and supportive team that genuinely cares
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- Casual flexibility – ideal for balancing work and life
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- Be part of a community where Everyone Matters
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ABOUT THE ROLE

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We're looking for a warm, energetic and experienced Casual Coffee Bar Assistant to join our vibrant Village Coffee Bar.

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Our Coffee Bar is a popular gathering place for residents, visitors and team members, so this is a role for someone who loves people as much as they love coffee!

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You'll be part of a busy Village Team, preparing quality coffees and beverages, serving light meals and creating a friendly experience for everyone who walks through the door.

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This is a fast-paced role, so you'll need to be someone who:

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- Knows their coffee and has solid barista skills
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- Thrives when it's busy and can keep things moving without compromising quality
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- Loves customer service and enjoys chatting with people
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- Works well as part of a team but can also confidently take initiative
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- Enjoys creating genuine connections with older people and their families
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Job Description

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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

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Your day will be a mix of great coffee, great service and plenty of interaction.

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You'll:

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- Prepare and serve high-quality coffees, beverages and light meals
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- Provide warm, friendly and professional service to residents, families and visitors
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- Process EFTPOS and cash transactions accurately
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- Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic coffee bar and kitchen
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- Restock ingredients and supplies
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- Work closely with the Coffee Bar Team Leader and Catering Team
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- Follow food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements
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- Keep calm, organised and positive during busy periods
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WHAT YOU'LL BRING

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- Confidence preparing and presenting quality coffee and beverages
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- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
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- Excellent customer service and communication skills
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- Confidence with EFTPOS and cash handling
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- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene
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- A positive, friendly and team-focused attitude
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- Great availability across our operating hours
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- Hospitality or barista qualifications
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- Experience in a café, hotel, retirement village or aged care environment
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Desired Skills and Experience

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AVAILABILITY

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Our Coffee Bar operates 7 days a week, with shifts operating between 7:00am – 2:30pm.

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We are particularly interested in candidates who have solid availability across a range of days and are able to work weekends as required.

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MORE THAN JUST A JOB

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At BallyCara, our purpose is:

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Inspiring Healthy and Happy Living

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We believe the little things matter.

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- A perfectly made coffee.
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- A friendly smile.
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- Remembering someone's usual order.
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- Taking a few minutes for a chat.
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- These moments help create the sense of community, belonging and connection that makes BallyCara feel like home.
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BALLYBUNCH BENEFITS

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We care about the wellbeing of our team too!

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Emotional Wellness - e njoy one paid wellness day each year – use it for your birthday, family, or simply a day for you.

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Physical Wellness - Access a fitness allowance for activities such as yoga, Pilates, swimming, gym, remedial massage and outdoor wellness equipment, plus access to LIFT Fitness.

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Qualified Wellness - Receive two paid study days each year, plus study assistance.

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Financial Wellness - Access not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550, 17.5% annual leave loading and other wellbeing benefits.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS

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Successful applicants will be required to meet BallyCara's pre-employment requirements, including:

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- Satisfactory National Police Check
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- Current First Aid and CPR
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- COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations are highly encouraged
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READY TO JOIN US?

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If you're an experienced barista who loves great coffee, enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants your work to have a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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Come and be part of a team where your coffee skills and your personality can make someone's day.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We greatly appreciate your interest in joining BallyCara and thank you for taking the time to apply.

📌 Retirement Village Casual Coffee Bar Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 BallyCara
📍 Queensland