Full Time Barista

We are on the hunt for our next superstar barista! If you have an outgoing personality and a killer pour this is the job for you! Located within the beautiful grounds of Sydney University, we offer a variety of modern QSRs for you to grow your skills and work with an incredible team. With the perfect blend of great conditions, competitive pay and of work/life balance (no weekends!), you can’t go wrong.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Serving customers and making them feel welcome
• Preparing and serving outstanding hot/cold beverages
• Ensuring coffee utensils and equipment are clean and sanitised regularly
• Helping with general duties including accurate order taking, cash handling, serving food, cleaning, and supporting the team with your infectious ‘can do’ attitude

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• At least 1 years’ experience working with commercial coffee machines in high volume environment (5kgs + per day) and a passion for coffee
• At least 1 years’ demonstrated experience in a fast-paced, customer experience focused food environment (café / restaurant / qsr)
• At least 1 years’ experience using a POS in a food and beverage environment
• An infectiously positive, flexible, hardworking attitude towards work
• Strong level of verbal and written communication skills
• A love of coffee and great food
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer service

THE PERKS

• An $15 meal card per day worked
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• A complimentary USU Rewards membership giving discounts on and off campus
• Access to a range of discounts on thousands of products such as life insurance, mobile phones and even gaming equipment!
• Generous paid leave entitlements including 8 additional paid leave days per year
• Ongoing paid training and development including Bronze Barista Training Certificate
• And more!

THE PAY

$56,304.00 p.a. + 12% Superannuation 

HOURS OF WORK

38 hours per week, between the hours of 7am-5:30pm during Monday-Friday (depending on the business' needs some flexibility is required).

IDEAL START DATE

Monday, 7th April 2025

HOW TO APPLY

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

1. Please read the position description here carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position before applying
2. Scroll down and complete our online application form below
3. Attach your resume. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. 

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ABOUT THE USU

The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience. 

Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides fun things on campus, such as festivals, events and parties. We manage a diverse range of programs, including an active volunteering program and a Language Exchange, to name a few. In addition, we support over 200 Clubs and Societies as well as operate bars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, affordable fresh food, graduation gown hire and official USYD merchandise. 

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team. 

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).