Head Barista

We're on the lookout for a Head Barista, a leader that develops their team, someone who lives and breathes specialty coffee, thrives under pressure, and knows that great hospitality starts with a great cup. This is a hands-on, leadership position for a seasoned barista ready to take the reins of a high-volume, coffee-focused venue. You'll set the tone on the bar, mentor the team, and collaborate closely with Axil’s training manager to ensure coffee quality is at its absolute peak.

Your day-to-day will include leading all coffee operations and ensuring quality control, dialling in and overseeing consistent espresso and brew execution. You'll coach and develop the barista team, manage workflow and bar efficiency during peak service, and liaise with the kitchen and front-of-house teams. Uphold cleanliness, calibration, and café standards while ordering and maintaining bar stock.

Join a collaborative environment with award-winning baristas, roasters, and trainers, plus a supportive operations team who get the demands of a specialty venue. Help shape a culture of coffee excellence and team unity in a high-volume setting. Thrive under pressure where great hospitality starts with a great cup.

Gain access to ongoing education, cuppings, sensory training and more, with career progression opportunities within a growing and respected brand. Bring a hunger to learn and a passion to contribute to Axil’s evolving coffee program. Enjoy generous staff discounts on coffee and retail gear.