Barista

Company Description

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, we’re not just reinventing fast food — we’re redefining the coffee experience. We’re proud to be Australia’s only fast-food restaurant serving 100% clean food — no added preservatives, artificial flavours, colours, or unacceptable additives. And now, we're bringing that same commitment to quality to every cup of coffee we serve.

Job Description

GYG Arana Hills are on the lookout for passionate and energetic Baristas who are ready to deliver exceptional coffee with a side of good vibes to our Café Hola. If you love fast-paced environments, high-quality beans, and making someone’s day with the perfect coffee, we want you on our team.

Your Role

As a GYG Barista, you’ll be the face of our Café Hola preparing high-quality coffee and serving up good vibes all day long. You’ll work in a fast-paced, energetic environment where teamwork and positive energy are key. You’ll ensure every cup meets our high standards. At the same time you will get variety as you work amongst our sales team. 

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate the espresso machine and grinder throughout the day to maintain consistent flavour and extraction quality

• Steam and texture milk to the correct temperature and consistency for each drink

• Deliver fast, friendly, and knowledgeable customer service in a high-volume environment

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across all workstations and equipment

• Support general restaurant operations such as order taking, food prep, restocking, and cleaning

• Follow GYG’s recipes, portion standards, and food safety procedures

Qualifications

• At least 1 year barista experience.

• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Availability to start early Mornings during the week (therefore this position is not suitable for those still at school)

• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on diverse tasks.

What we offer

• Complimentary GYG uniforms and exclusive merchandise.

• Flexible rosters

• Generous discounted meals.

• Cultural celebrations, including Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo.

• Opportunities for career advancement, including progression to Shift Leader roles and beyond.

Join Our Team

If you're ready to bring your passion for coffee and customer service to a dynamic and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of the GYG Arana Hills family.