Barista - Macquarie University Campus Café

About the role

U@MQ, a controlled entity of Macquarie University, runs a range of hospitality and retail venues across campus, including cafés, a licensed bar and vending. This full-time, continuing barista position reports to the Head Barista and helps deliver a welcoming café experience and support the smooth running of daily operations at the Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with new and regular customers in a fast-paced café environment.
• Work with the team to provide friendly service and a positive customer experience.
• Prepare and serve high-quality hot and cold beverages to customer preferences.
• Monitor food and beverage quality and maintain high standards across the venue.
• Set a positive example for colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Required profile

• Minimum 1-2 years of barista experience in a high-volume, fast-paced café or food and beverage outlet.
• Sound knowledge of coffee preparation and brewing methods.
• Friendly, approachable manner and proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to work collaboratively.
• Working knowledge of HACCP/food safety and WHS obligations in hospitality.
• Availability to work a rotating roster covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Right to work in Australia.

What we offer

• Salary package of $69,600 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
• Free gym and aquatic centre membership.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to the Macquarie University Library (borrowing, printing and databases).
• Rostered days off available.

To apply, submit a CV and a short cover letter through the online application process by 29 November 2026; applications close at 11:59 pm AEDT. Pre-employment checks are required before an offer is made.