Head Barista

1w1 week ago

Axil Coffee Roasters

Melbourne, AU · Full-time · A$75,000 – A$95,000

About this role

Axil Coffee Roasters is seeking a Head Barista, a leader who develops their team and lives and breathes specialty coffee. This hands-on position suits a seasoned barista ready to take the reins of a high-volume venue. You'll set the tone on the bar, mentor the team, and collaborate with the training manager to ensure coffee quality peaks daily.

Your day-to-day involves leading all coffee operations and ensuring quality control. Dial in and oversee consistent espresso and brew execution while coaching and developing the barista team. Manage workflow and bar efficiency during peak service, liaise with kitchen and front-of-house, and uphold cleanliness, calibration, and café standards.

Thrive under pressure in an environment where great hospitality starts with a great cup. Foster a collaborative approach, comfortable managing the pass or running floor as behind the machine. Help shape a culture of coffee excellence and team unity while ordering and maintaining bar stock.

Join award-winning baristas, roasters, and trainers in a growing, respected brand. Access ongoing education, cuppings, sensory training, and career progression opportunities. Benefit from generous staff discounts on coffee and retail gear plus a supportive operations team that understands specialty venue demands.

Requirements

Proven experience in a Head Barista or senior barista role in specialty coffee
Deep knowledge of coffee theory and practical extraction
A strong command of specialty espresso equipment
Experience managing dial-ins, bar workflow and quality control
Ability to train, mentor and inspire a team of baristas
A commitment to consistency, efficiency and hospitality
A collaborative approach; comfortable managing the pass or running floor as behind the machine
A hunger to learn and a passion to contribute to Axil’s evolving coffee program