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Barista

14/10/2026
14/11/2026
Casual
Kensington Campus
Operations

Who Are We?

Arc is the cool older sibling at UNSW. We pride ourselves on our obsession with student life because we know that the best part of going to uni is all the fun stuff you do outside the classroom. Our mission is to create the best student experience, and we do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in person. Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of passionate people who believe in listening to students, working together and constantly being better. Plus, there are plenty of employee perks like cake, volleyball, Arc Wellness and heaps more.

About The Role

Arc @ UNSW is building its roster of Food & Beverage attendants, as part of the Village Green Home Ground Team. As Barista you will be responsible for making and delivering specialty coffee and other beverages to a high-quality standard as well as assisting with other Front of House roles when required.  This role requires a high-level of customer service as a member of the front-of-house staff. 

Home Ground will primarily operate weekdays during the day.

Job Description

Job Description:

The main duties of this position include;

  • Being the welcoming face of the venue for front of house services. 
  • Preparing and serving specialty coffee and other beverages as per our menu 
  • Demonstrating extensive knowledge of the coffee options available as well as other hot and cold beverages provided
  • Effective and efficient use, maintenance and cleaning of all coffee equipment including but not limited to coffee grinder, coffee machine and puck press.
  • Stay customer focused and nurture an excellent customer experience.
  • Assessing and responding to customers’ needs and preferences, making appropriate 
  • recommendations 
  • Serving in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Be punctual and able to observe regular and consistent attendance.
  • Maintaining COVID cleaning compliance & restriction guidelines.
  • Always maintaining an efficient work area, ensuring all workspaces are clean and all inventory is restocked.
  • Complying with Arc WHS & Injury Management policy and procedures to actively participate in the achievement of a safe working culture
  • Actively engaging in fair and equitable workplace practices and behaviour to ensure discrimination free workplace in accordance with legislative requirements 
  • Maintaining an awareness of Arc’s environmental policies and procedures minimising the impact of Arc’s business on the environment.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Barista experience. 
  • Previous experience in a similar food & beverage service-related role.
  • Strong customer service background.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Can demonstrate initiative and work independently
  • Friendly, confident, and helpful personality
  • Excellent team player with good problem-solving skills
  • Passionate about coffee. 
  • Can successfully deliver key brand messages with enthusiasm and confidence.
  • Consistent availability
  • A comprehensive understanding of regulatory compliance across food and WHS, along with the ability to apply these principles in the workplace.

Desired Skills and Experience

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

  • RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol)
  • First Aid Certificate
  • 2+ years of barista experience
  • Availability on Monday to Friday (7am-12pm)

What We Can Offer You

  • A casual hourly rate of $33.85/hr + super
  • A fun, fast and driven environment with lots of potential for learning and growth
  • Convenient and central office location on UNSW’s Kensington Campus. 

How to Apply

Applications close on 14/11/2026 if you would like to apply, submit your resume for consideration.

It is not the intention of the position description to limit the scope or accountabilities of the position but to highlight the most important aspects of the position. The aspects mentioned above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role.

 

 

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