Curators Coffee Company Australia Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC

CURATORS COFFEE CORNER.

part of Curators Coffee Company Australia

Casual | Multiple positions available | Typically 12 - 20 hours per week initially
$35 - $39 per hour + super, depending on experience and capability
Primarily Monday - Friday daytime, no late nights

Target opening: Early - mid November 2026
Successful candidates will commence ahead of opening for onboarding and training.

ABOUT US.

Curators Coffee Corner is the first Melbourne venue from Curators Coffee Company Australia, opening in the heart of the CBD.

We're creating a compact, thoughtfully designed, takeaway-focused specialty coffee bar built around the rhythm of the city. Considered and consistent specialty coffee, delivered with the pace and efficiency needed for busy weekday office trade.

Our model is intentionally focused: counter ordering, bar pickup and shared standing room rather than traditional seated dining or table service, with a small daily pastry selection complementing the coffee offering.

We're looking for multiple Barista / Cafe All-rounders to join us our founding team.

THE OPPORTUNITY.

You'll work closely with the Head Barista and the wider team to maintain coffee quality, service standards and a smooth day-to-day workflow.

This is a genuine all-rounder role within a small, cross-trained team.

Depending on the shift and service flow, you’ll rotate across:

Milk texturing and beverage finishing

Espresso preparation and barista support

Batch/filter, cold brew and iced beverages

POS, order taking and customer service

Drink hand-off and calling customer orders

Pastry service and takeaway packaging

Restocking and service preparation

Light wash-up and dishwasher duties

Opening, cleaning and closing tasks relevant to your shift





The aim is for everyone to understand the operation and move confidently between service stations while maintaining a clean, efficient and supportive workflow.

THE COFFEE.

Our bar is built around a La Marzocco Linea PB 3 Group, Ceado Rev Titan WAM and Mahlkönig EK43.

A Curators coffee program is being developed in collaboration with ONA, with roasting, product development, technical and training support forming part of the relationship.

You'll receive structured onboarding around our coffee, recipes, equipment, workflow and service standards ahead of opening.

ABOUT YOU.

We’re looking for people who are capable, warm, reliable and comfortable working as part of a small team.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

At least 1 year of barista experience in specialty coffee or a quality, fast-paced café workplace

Confidence texturing milk consistently, including alternative milks

Experience preparing espresso-based beverages

A working understanding of espresso extraction and grinder adjustment

Familiarity with batch/filter coffee and cold brew as an advantage

Clean and organised bar habits

The ability to work efficiently and calmly during busy service periods

Clear and confident communication with customers and teammates

Genuine hospitality and a collaborative, team-focused attitude

A receptive approach to feedback and learning

A dependable, proactive mindset and willingness to take responsibility





We’re looking for strong fundamentals, good habits and the right attitude.

Some weekend availability would be welcomed as our trading hours evolve, but is not essential at this stage.

Current Australian work rights suitable for ongoing casual employment and reliable weekday daytime availability are required.

HOURS.

Most team members are expected to work approximately12–20 hours per week initially, depending on experience, availability and trading needs.

Typical shifts will generally be around 4–5 hours across weekday morning and afternoon periods, with some longer weekday shifts available depending on capability and operational requirements.

DEVELOPMENT AT CURATORS.

As your skillset develops, there may be opportunities for further training, additional hours, greater coffee responsibility and senior or shift-lead duties where appropriate.

Development will be reviewed as capability and responsibility grow, rather than simply being tied to time served.

WHAT WE OFFER.

Join the founding team of a new Melbourne specialty coffee business

A thoughtfully designed Melbourne CBD workplace

Primarily Monday–Friday daytime trading with no late nights

Quality specialty-coffee equipment and product

A Curators coffee program developed in collaboration with ONA Coffee

Pre-opening onboarding and coffee training

Ongoing technical and product development

A small, collaborative team

Variety across different service stations

Scope to develop your skills, hours and responsibility over time

If you’re a capable barista who enjoys being an all-rounder, cares about good hospitality and wants to establish a new Melbourne coffee bar from day one, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Barista / Cafe All-rounder (Melbourne)
🏢 Curators Coffee Company Australia
📍 Melbourne