Banksy Bar & Kitchen is a modern cafe and cocktail bar located in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, QLD. We offer a stylish and welcoming atmosphere with seating for up to 80 customers, providing both dine-in and takeaway food and drink options. Our commitment is to provide an exceptional customer experience, with every detail carefully considered for their comfort and enjoyment. We serve certified organic coffee from Quest Coffee Roasters, available both for purchase and in our delicious coffee creations.
We are looking for a Barista All Rounder / Kitchen Hand to join our team!
Position: Barista All Rounder / Kitchen Hand
Hours: 6-24 hours/week (including Fri + Sat evenings once we open for dinners). Working hours will comply with all relevant employment regulations for young workers.
Rate: Above Award $24.00 to $34.00 / hr + Super, Bonuses, and Penalty Rates (Suitable for High School and Uni Students). Rates comply with all Fair Work Australia regulations, including junior wage rates
Location: Broadbeach, Gold Coast, QLD
Our team is young, energised, passionate, and you’ll be supported by experienced professionals from coffee, product, and business backgrounds. Our goal is to build a workplace and business that gives back to society by empowering individuals, small businesses, and communities. We believe social and environmental business sustainability is essential to the health of our society.
WHY JOIN US?
- Training Provided: Receive on-the-job training to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
- Great Team Environment: Be part of a young, energetic, and passionate team, supported by experienced professionals from various fields.
- Make a Difference: Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers individuals, celebrates small business and community, and upholds standards of social and environmental sustainability.
- Beautiful Location: Work in our stunning new location in Broadbeach, a vibrant and lively area.
- Great Experience: Work in a high caliber team, in a well loved and busy cafe and restaurant venue.
- Supportive Atmosphere: Experience a collaborative and positive work environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Food Preparation: Assist in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables, as well as portioning ingredients.
- Assisting Chefs and Cooks: Provide support to chefs and cooks during meal preparation, including retrieving ingredients and utensils.
- Kitchen Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment such as ovens, stovetops, grills, and deep fryers. Report any equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
- Prepares and sells coffee drinks and other beverages by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques such as, espresso, latte, cold brew, milkshake, and smoothie.
- Running Food: Delivering food orders from the kitchen to the appropriate tables, ensuring accuracy and prompt service.
- Clearing and Cleaning Tables: Keeping the dining area tidy and presentable, clearing tables after customers leave, and promptly resetting them for the next guests.
- General Cleaning: Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the cafe, including regular cleaning of surfaces, floors, and equipment.
- Dishwashing: Ensuring timely and efficient cleaning of kitchen equipment, dishes, glassware, and utensils to maintain a smooth workflow and support kitchen operations.
- Customer Service at Till: Assisting customers at the cash register, processing transactions accurately, and providing friendly and attentive service.
- Handling and Serving Food: Preparing and serving food items, such as pastries, sandwiches, and snacks, following established recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Assisting with Opening and Closing: Supporting the team in preparing the cafe for opening and ensuring all tasks are completed at the end of the day for a smooth closing process.
- Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following organisation standards and Food Health & Safety regulations
ABOUT YOU
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- 2 or more years of recent experience as a kitchen hand, cook, or barista.
- Excellent listening and verbal communication skills to interact with customers and team members effectively.
- Familiarity with Food Health & Safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
NICE TO HAVE
- Certification in Hospitality, Cookery, or related industry.
- Consistent and well practiced latte art.
- Experienced in a fast paced cafe or kitchen setting
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Australian citizen or resident with an appropriate long term visa to work in Australia
- Minimum 16 years old
- Availability to work Fri and Sat evenings.
- Loves cooking and hospitality
- Ability to reliably commute to Broadbeach
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- You strive for open and honest communication with respect for others
- Professional demeanour and a desire to exceed expectations
- Strong customer focus and empathy
- Desire to learn
- You are reliable, punctual, and organised
- You like getting things done and care about how they get done
- You are proactive and self-directed, identifying issues and opportunities ahead of time
- You strive for achievement and making a difference
HOW TO APPLY
We’d love to hear from you! To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter using the form below. In your cover letter, please include:
- How you found out about Banksy Bar & Kitchen and why you want to join our team.
- A little bit about your personal and professional goals.
- Any additional skills you have from the “Nice to Have” list above.
Suitable candidates may be invited to complete a half-day paid trial to showcase their skills and get a feel for our environment. We are committed to providing a safe and legally compliant work environment for all employees.
