Cafe, Barista jobs in Geelong VIC

Experienced Cafe All-Rounder / Barista – Casual

Neko Geelong | Geelong CBD

Neko Geelong is looking for an experienced Cafe All-Rounder / Barista to join our team.

We are a Japanese and Asian-inspired cafe in Geelong CBD, looking for someone who is confident with coffee, efficient on the floor and comfortable supporting different areas of the cafe as needed.

This is a genuine all-rounder role rather than a dedicated counter or barista position.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing espresso-based coffee and other beverages
• Covering the coffee station independently when required
• Taking orders and operating POS
• Providing friendly and efficient customer service
• Running food and drinks
• Reheating and pressing pre-prepared toasties and wraps
• Clearing tables and maintaining FOH presentation
• Restocking milk, cups, drinks and service supplies
• Preparing FOH for upcoming service periods
• Completing dishes and general cleaning when required
• Assisting with simple kitchen prep and restocking once trained

Who we are looking for

The successful candidate should have:

• Previous cafe or hospitality experience
• Barista experience and confidence using a commercial espresso machine
• Good milk texturing and espresso knowledge
• Strong customer service skills
• The ability to work efficiently and manage multiple tasks
• Good organisation and cleanliness
• Reliability and punctuality
• Confidence working independently when required
• A proactive approach during quieter periods
• A willingness to support the wider cafe team

We value people who can recognise what needs to be done and move onto the next task without needing constant direction.

When service is quiet, this may include restocking, cleaning, preparing for the next rush, completing dishes or assisting the kitchen team.

Hours

• Casual position
• Monday to Friday
• Daytime shifts
• Typical start around 8:30–9:00am
• Hours may vary depending on roster and business needs

Pay

Approximately $33–$36 per hour casual + super, depending on experience and capability.

What we offer

• Stable and established cafe team
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced Head Barista
• Variety across coffee, service and general cafe operations
• Consistent weekday shifts for the right person

We are looking for someone who is experienced, dependable and comfortable taking responsibility during a shift.

If you have strong cafe experience, can confidently make coffee and enjoy working as part of a small team, we would like to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a short introduction outlining your cafe/barista experience and weekday availability.

Pay: $33.00 – $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Are you confident making espresso-based coffees independently on a commercial coffee machine?
• Are you available Monday to Friday for daytime shifts, typically starting around 8:30–9:00am?
• Please briefly describe your barista experience, including the type of cafe you worked in and how comfortable you are working independently on coffee.
• This is a true all-rounder role. Are you comfortable helping with dishes, cleaning, restocking, simple kitchen prep and general cafe duties when FOH is quiet?
• When the cafe becomes quiet and there are no customers waiting, what would you normally do next?
• How comfortable are you managing several tasks at once, such as taking orders, putting a toastie in the press, running drinks and keeping an eye on the coffee station?
• What are you looking for in your next cafe role?

Experience:

• Barista: 1 year (Preferred)
• cafe or hospitality: 1 year (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person