About us

Hercules Cafe brings together carefully crafted speciality coffee, tasty food and a laid-back Inner West vibe in the heart of Ashfield. We’re a small team with good energy and a warm welcome for everyone.

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What we offer

At Hercules Cafe, we offer full-time hours at $33–$35 per hour with performance bonus and superannuation, depending on experience, with opportunities to have weekends off. You’ll enjoy 50% off food and free drinks, and work with a supportive team that values your skills and welcomes your ideas for the drinks menu.

About the role

Hercules Cafe is looking for an experienced Head Barista / Manager to lead our barista team in Ashfield, NSW. In this full-time role, you’ll lead the bar, train and mentor the team, and keep coffee quality and service consistent. You’ll also manage weekly rosters, oversee opening and cleaning routines, and take care of stock and ordering for coffee beans, milk and other café supplies.

Key responsibilities

- Lead by example and create a positive, professional team culture.

- Prepare and manage weekly staff rosters,



taking into account team availability and busy periods.

- Train and mentor baristas to build their skills, confidence and speed on bar.

- Dial in and refine coffee recipes, and make sure the team follows preparation and cleaning standards.

- Ensure the café is set up and ready for service by 6:50 am.

- Manage beverage stock, rotate coffee beans and drink ingredients, and order coffee beans, milk and other café consumables.

What we’re looking for

- At least 3 years of professional barista experience.

- Strong working knowledge of espresso machines, grinders and other café equipment, including routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

- A solid understanding of how coffee origins, varieties and roast profiles influence flavour.

- Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team during busy service.

- Clear, skilled communication with team members, customers and suppliers, and a warm approach to customer service.

- Strong organisational and time management skills.

- A keen interest in speciality coffee and a drive to keep learning and improving.

📌 Head Barista & Café Supervisor (Ashfield)
🏢 Hercules Cafe
📍 Ashfield