Head Barista

Head Barista Position - Alexander's Bakery Southside

Location: Wollongong & Corrimal

Alexander's Bakery Southside is seeking an experienced and confident Head Barista to join our team. We’re looking for someone who holds high standards and consistently delivers them, all while creating a welcoming experience for our customers.

About Us

Alexander’s Bakery Southside is a vibrant bakery café with two locations—Wollongong and Corrimal. Known for our award-winning coffee and exceptional customer service, we pride ourselves on being a staple in the Illawarra community.

About the Role

We have two Head Barista positions available, one for each location. In this role, you will independently lead coffee service while ensuring every cup meets our high-quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, build customer relationships, and grow your career with us.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a barista who is:

Experienced: Minimum 1 year of barista experience (preferably more).
Skilled & Confident: Proficient on the coffee machine with a proven ability to produce consistent, high-quality coffee.
Customer-Focused: Friendly, engaging, and able to provide outstanding service while making product recommendations.
Proactive: Quick on their feet, takes initiative, and works independently while maintaining a team player mentality.
Detail-Oriented: Maintains a clean, organized workspace and upholds high standards of hygiene and service.
Key Responsibilities

Preparing and serving exceptional coffee.
Leading customer service, ensuring a welcoming environment for all.
Assisting with café opening and closing duties.
Sales and product recommendations.
General cleaning and maintaining café hygiene.
What We Offer

Career Progression: Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance within the company.
Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a dedicated and passionate team.
Flexible Schedule: Must be available a minimum of 3 full days per week.
Please Note: Applications without barista experience will not be considered.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to bring your passion for coffee to Alexander’s Bakery, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a short cover letter detailing your barista experience today!

Join a team where your skills are valued, and your coffee craft shines!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Employee mentoring program
Free drinks
Free food
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Weekend availability
Supplementary Pay:

Penalty rates
Tips
Work Location: In person