JOB: BARISTA Seeking a skilled Barista to deliver quality coffee service in a regional café environment. SkillsNest is open to sponsoring suitable onshore and offshore candidates. ANZSCO Code: 431112 Number of Roles 1 Position(s) Location Regional Western Australia. Candidates must be open to relocate to regional locations. Type of Work Full Time Job Summary SkillsNest has been hired to undertake the recruitment process on behalf of a regional café and food service business committed to quality customer experiences. Prepare and serve specialty coffee beverages with skill, consistency, and attention to detail. Provide excellent customer service and create a welcoming café environment. Maintain hygiene, food safety, and workplace standards in the café kitchen and serving areas. Role Purpose The Barista role is essential to delivering exceptional customer experiences and building the café's reputation for quality coffee and service. This role involves technical coffee preparation skills, customer interaction, and maintaining high hygiene and food safety standards. The Barista is accountable for product quality, customer satisfaction, and safe food handling. This position is vital to the café's success and customer loyalty in the regional market. The role operates within a café environment, preparing specialty coffee beverages including espresso-based drinks, alternative milk options, and specialty drinks according to recipes and customer preferences. This includes operating espresso machines, grinders, milk frothers, and other café equipment safely and maintaining them in good working condition. The Barista provides friendly, efficient customer service, takes orders, manages cash and card payments, and maintains a clean, welcoming café environment. Responsibilities include food preparation assistance, restocking supplies, and adhering to food safety and hygiene protocols. The role requires time management skills to serve customers during peak periods and maintain quality standards. Key performance indicators include customer satisfaction ratings, product quality consistency, food safety compliance (100%), cash handling accuracy, and operational efficiency. The candidate will demonstrate value through technical barista skills, customer service excellence, reliability, and commitment to quality and hygiene standards. Requirements We're Looking For Current Barista Certificate or equivalent qualification (or willingness to obtain). Minimum 2-3 years of barista or café experience. Expert knowledge of coffee types, brewing methods, and specialty drink preparation. Strong customer service and communication skills with a friendly, welcoming approach. Physical capability to stand for extended periods and manage the pace of a busy café. Attention to detail in beverage preparation and presentation. Ability to work efficiently during peak service times. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards for café environments. Teamwork and ability to support other café staff. Flexibility to work variable shifts including weekends and public holidays. Mandatory Requirements Current Barista Certificate or equivalent café qualification - HIGH PRIORITY Food Safety Certificate (appropriate level for café/food service environment) - MANDATORY Police check (pre-employment requirement) - clear history essential, MANDATORY Valid Australian work visa or sponsorship requirements documented Minimum 2-3 years of barista or café experience with references Demonstrated knowledge of coffee preparation and specialty beverages Physical capability to stand for extended periods and manage busy service times We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply. Benefits Why You Should Join Stable employment in a quality café business with a loyal customer base. Competitive salary commensurate with skills, experience, industry standards, and sponsorship requirements. Opportunities to develop specialty coffee skills and barista expertise. Supportive team environment in a welcoming, community-focused café. Employee discounts on café products and beverages. Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance where possible. Access to professional development and specialty coffee training. Workin g in a creative, customer-focused café environment with positive team culture. How to Apply Click 'Apply Online' or press 'Submit' button below to submit your application including: A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 3 pages) A cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum requirements of the role, your work eligibility or visa sponsorship needs (maximum 2 pages) Upload copies of Barista Certificate, Food Safety Certificate, and Police Check About the Employer The employer is a respected regional café and food service business committed to quality products and excellent customer experiences. With a strong reputation in the local community, the café serves specialty coffee and food in a welcoming, professional environment. The organization values skilled barista, customer service excellence, and staff development. They invest in quality equipment, specialty coffee beans, and creating a community gathering space. The café fosters a collaborative, supportive team culture focused on customer satisfaction. Our Commitment SkillsNest welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds as well as from diverse communities. SkillsNest acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. Additional Information The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. Should you require any adjustments at any stage, please feel free to contact recruitment@skillsnest.com.au . SkillsNest is an Equal Opportunity provider and follows Ethical Recruitment practices. Refer to our Policies page on our website www.skillsnest.com.au for further details. Talent Pool A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18 month period.
