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Barista

23/06/2026
23/07/2026
$34.54 - $34.54
Casual
St Lucia
Operations

About Expresso  

Expresso is our express coffee spot, perfect for guests who want a great coffee or a refreshing beverage without slowing down. It’s a vibrant hub for quick service, quality drinks, and friendly faces!   

 

 

Job Description

About The Role  

We are looking for a truly exceptional Barista Allrounder who has a genuine passion for creating and serving high-quality coffee to join our fun and energetic team at UQU Expresso! This role offers approximately 25 hours per week. As an allrounder, you will be trained across the board—from taking customers' orders and processing them through our POS system to assisting with kitchen duties, general cleaning, opening and closing, and, of course, making coffees!

Key Responsibilities include: 

  • Delivering friendly and efficient customer service to the UQ community; 

  • Preparing beverages to a high-quality standard and in a timely manner, while providing exceptional customer service;  

  • Stock rotation, control, and assisting with stocktakes; 

  • Maintaining exceptional presentation and cleanliness standards across service areas; and 

  • Following standards and best practices regarding Food Safety and WHS to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment. 

Required skills & Experience:  

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a fast-paced, high-volume café environment; 

  • Solid working knowledge of dialing in, yield, dose, texturing, machine cleaning and maintenance;  

  • Ability to work well under pressure with a positive attitude in a fast paced and high demanding environment and;  

  • Strong knowledge and experience in Food and Work Health Safety.  

What’s in it for you?  

  • A positive, fun & friendly vibe  

  • Supportive leadership and a team that truly has each other’s back  

  • No weekend work required, Monday to Friday roster  

  • Competitive hourly rate plus a generous 14% super!  

  • Campus-wide F&B discounts at UQU owned outlets  

  • A vibrant campus community where no two days are the same.  

  • Genuine opportunities to grow your leadership and hospitality skills in a student-focused, values-driven organisation  

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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