Axil is hiring a Head Barista for one of our high-volume Melbourne venues. You'll run the coffee bar day to day: dialling in, managing workflow through peak service and ordering stock.

You'll also train and develop the barista team, working with our training manager to keep standards consistent across the business.

We're on the look out for a Head Barista, a leader that develops their team, someone with a genuine passion for specialty coffee and great hospitality
About the Role
This is a hands-on, leadership position for a seasoned barista who’s ready to take the reins of a high-volume, coffee-focused venue. You’ll set the tone on the bar, mentor the team, and collaborate closely with Axil’s training manager to ensure coffee quality is at its absolute peak, day in, day out.

What You’ll Bring

Proven experience in a Head Barista or senior barista role in specialty coffee
Deep knowledge of coffee theory and practical extraction
A strong command of specialty espresso equipment
Experience managing dial-ins, bar workflow and quality control
Ability to train, mentor and inspire a team of baristas
A commitment to consistency, efficiency and hospitality




A team-oriented approach; you’re as comfortable managing the pass or running floor as you are behind the machine
A hunger to learn and a passion to contribute to Axil’s evolving coffee program

Why Join Axil?

Collaborate with award-winning baristas, roasters and trainers
Get access to ongoing education, cuppings, sensory training and more
Career progression opportunities within a growing and respected brand
Generous staff discounts on coffee and retail gear
Supportive operations team who get the demands of a specialty venue

Your Day-to-Day Will Include

Leading all coffee operations and ensuring quality control
Dialling in and overseeing consistent espresso and brew execution
Coaching and developing the barista team
Managing workflow and bar efficiency during peak service
Liaising with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain smooth service
Upholding cleanliness, calibration and café standards
Helping shape a culture of coffee excellence and team unity
Ordering and maintaining bar stock

📌 Head Barista (Melbourne)
🏢 Axil Coffee Roasters
📍 Melbourne