We're looking for an experienced specialty barista ready to step into (or grow in) a management role. You'll run a tight, purpose-built espresso bar in the CBD, high volume, high standards, no weekends. If you lead from the floor, thrive under pressure, and care deeply about the cup and excellent customer experience we'd love to hear from you. Rosso Coffee is a Melbourne-based specialty roaster with a growing CBD presence. We take coffee seriously, from green bean selection at our North Melbourne roastery to the last drop in the cup. Our espresso bar is a purpose-built space — 30 seats, tight layout, and designed from the ground up for fast, high-quality service. There's no wasted space and no wasted motion. It runs well because it was built to, and we need a manager who can match that standard and keep raising it. The role Own the space — staffing, workflow, quality, and pace from open to close Keep the bar running at its best during peak — a compact space means flow and positioning matter, and you'll know how to get the most out of both Lead, coach, and develop a small team — real-time feedback on shift, weekly check-ins off it Own openings, closings, stock, and venue presentation — without being reminded Be the eyes and ears on the ground — feeding product, menu, and guest insights back to head office so we keep improving Who we're looking for An experienced specialty barista who's ready for (or already in) a management role Someone who thrives in a fast, high-volume environment — you don't slow down under pressure, you sharpen up Operationally sharp — you notice what's off before it becomes a problem A natural communicator — direct, calm, and clear with your team and your guests High personal standards — for extraction, presentation, and the experience guests walk away with What we offer Monday to Friday — no weekends Real growth as we expand Best-in-class equipment Competitive salary Roastery access & coffee education
