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Cafe Assistant - job post

genU
3.0 out of 5 stars
Broadmeadows VIC
$26 an hour - Part-time
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Job details

Pay

  • $26 an hour

Job type

  • Part-time

Shift and schedule

  • No weekends
  • Monday to Friday
  • Shift work

Location

Broadmeadows VIC

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary packaging

Full job description

Location: Broadmeadows
Brand: Disability & Ageing
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2026

Location: Broadmeadows (Ford Factory) - Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country

Salary: $26 per hour + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits

Employment status: Part-time, ongoing Monday - Friday up to 25 hours per week

Leave Benefits: 15 personal day + 20 days per year (pro rata hours)

Job number: 2959


Hey you!

We're looking for a Café Assistant to join the team at the Blue Oval Café, located onsite at Ford and operated by genU.

This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operation of the café while working alongside employees with disability in a supported employment environment.


The best part?

  • Monday to Friday only – no nights or weekends.
  • Shifts between 9:00/9:30am and 2:00/2:30pm.
  • Job share arrangements available if you can't commit to all hours
  • Perfect for people looking for part-time work that fits around other commitments and interests

We're looking for someone who is reliable, friendly, enjoys working with people, and is happy to pitch in wherever needed.

You'll be part of a supportive team delivering a welcoming café experience while helping employees with varying abilities build skills, confidence and independence in the workplace.

At genU, we're a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs and services that create real social impact. Every shift you work helps create meaningful opportunities for people in our community.


What you'll do

  • Support and encourage employees with varying abilities to be active and valued members of the café team.
  • Provide friendly customer service to Ford employees, visitors and other customers.
  • Assist with food and beverage preparation, serving customers and general café operations.
  • Operate the register and EFTPOS facilities.
  • Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
  • Help keep the café clean, organised and welcoming.
  • Respond to customer enquiries in a professional and helpful manner.
  • Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

What you'll bring

  • Experience in hospitality, retail, customer service or a similar role.
  • Basic food preparation and coffee-making skills (or a willingness to learn).
  • Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to follow instructions.
  • The ability to stay organised and work efficiently during busy periods.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with people from a range of backgrounds and abilities.
  • Reliability and a team-first approach.

(You'll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate—but don't worry, we'll help guide you through the process.)


Bonus points for

  • Food Handling Certificate.
  • Current First Aid Certificate.

Why you’ll love working at genU


At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings. We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.


You’ll also get

  • Salary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits
  • Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
  • University Study Discount - Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
  • Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
  • Referral bonus - bring great people with you and be rewarded
  • 15 days personal leave – 5 days extra to National Employment Standards*

Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.


Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.


You can view the full position description on the genU careers page HERE (only available from our careers page).


We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at recruitment@genu.org.au

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