Barista & Cafe All-Rounders

Baristas/Cafe All-Rounders - Opportunities within Q Station's Iconic Waterfront Cafe

• Immediate Start!

• Working hours across weekdays, weekends, and evenings
• This position offers a casual opportunity with potential for career advancement for suitable candidates.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development in hotels and hospitality

The Opportunity 

Working alongside some of the most creative and respected Hotel and Hospitality names in the industry, these roles form part of our Food and Beverage team that is ideas driven, ever evolving and guest experience focused.

We have multiple opportunities for passionate & experienced hospitality professionals to be part of our F&B Team within Q Station's iconic waterfront cafe.

We are on the lookout for Baristas/Cafe All-Rounders with strong coffee making skills.

The Barista/Cafe All-Rounder at the Wharf Café plays a key role in our multi-outlet venue, serving high-standard coffees, other beverages and food, and is responsible for providing friendly & professional & knowledgeable customer service to our guests and visitors.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• You’ll be readily prepared to make high-standard coffees and beverages, with fast turnaround during peak periods
• Responsible for the service of food, including sandwiches and deserts
• Assist the team with the opening & closing of the Cafe
• Providing efficient, friendly, and professional food and beverage service to all guests
• Take orders accurately and handle transactions professionally.
• Maintain high attention to detail with exemplary cleaning standards across the cafe
• Support inventory management by overseeing restocking activities and ensuring adequate levels of supplies are maintained. Additionally, diligently monitor food quality to uphold standards
• Set up food displays
• Exceptional presentation and professional demeanour
• Support the Food & Beverage Leadership Team with continual up-skilling and training of Team Members
• Be knowledgeable of and operate within appropriate outlet guidelines and internal Hotel Policies
• Complete post-shift cashiering procedures

About Q Station

Q Station is located in the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, offering a range of incredible experiences from boutique accommodation, stunning wedding venues, modern conference facilities, a waterfront restaurant and Sydney’s best ghost and history tours.

As Sydney's only hotel with a private beach, every corner of Q Station looks out over beautiful Sydney Harbour and the quintessential Australian bushland that is home to some of the most unique animals and plants on the planet.

Despite the rich history and incredible views, what makes Q Station most exciting is the passionate, professional and dedicated team that curate once in a lifetime experience for every one that visits the property.

People are at the core of everything we do, and our commitment is to ensure long-term success and development for every person who chooses to make Q Station the place they love to work. We are proud of the opportunities we provide to our team to grow their skills and careers in hotels and hospitality. 

Why you should apply

You have;

• Strong coffee making skills with the ability to operate autonomously within a fast-paced cafe environment
• Barista certification is advantageous
• Authentic foodie vibes, you love great food and dining experiences 
• Professional and personable approach to your work 
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude 
• Desire to take on challenges and exert an elevated level of creativity 
• Capability to multi-task
• Availability to work across a range of mid-week, weekend, and day/evening shifts 
• The physicality to move across a large site 
• Maintain high attention to detail with exemplary cleaning standards and service standards 
• Maintain currency of RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) certification 
• Maintain current driver's license. The ability to drive a manual vehicle is highly desirable! 

You would like;

• An immediate start 
• A beautiful work environment on the edge of Sydney Harbour with private access to Quarantine Beach and Harbour views
• Discounts for accommodation, food & beverage, tours, and more!
• Accor Staff Benefits Globally
• Working with a fun, vibrant and friendly team
• Ongoing career progression opportunities
• Discount on food and beverage
• Free onsite parking 
• Referral program

Got what it takes?

Then we want to hear from YOU! Applicants are asked to include an up-to-date resume which clearly details relevant skills and experience and also outline suitability in a cover letter.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Saturday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Sunday: Morning, Afternoon
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected start date for role: 19 February 2024
• Expected salary: $30 - $40 per hour