Experienced Specialty Barista | $34/hr Base + Full-Time Hours

Are you passionate about extraction, workflow efficiency, and exceptional hospitality?

At Benchtop Espresso, coffee isn't an afterthought—it’s our obsession. Operating across two thriving Northern Rivers locations in Lismore and Alstonville, we’ve built our reputation on speed, precision, and zero compromises on quality.

We are expanding our team and looking for an Experienced Specialty Barista who takes genuine pride in their craft and thrives under the tempo of a high-volume rush.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Exceptional Pay: $34.00/hour base rate reflecting your skill, experience, and speed.

• Serious Hours: Casual contract with full-time hours (30–38+ hours/week) available for the right candidate.

• Real Career Progression: We invest in our people. Step up into Supervisory, Head Barista, or Management roles as we grow.

• Specialty Coffee Playground: Work with premium equipment, rotating single-origin roasts, specialty espresso blends, and alternative brew methods (batch brew, cold brew).

• Great Culture: A fast-paced, high-energy team that values clarity, humor, and mutual respect.

What We’re Looking For

We aren't looking for someone who just pushes buttons. We want a true operator who understands coffee from farm to cup.

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated background working in fast-paced, high-volume cafe environments.

• Technical Mastery: Solid understanding of espresso extraction variables (grind adjustment, dose, yield, brew ratios) and how to dial in on the fly.

• Latte Art Proficiency: Consistent, clean, and quick latte art under pressure.

• Speed & Standards: Ability to keep the line moving fast without sacrificing drink quality, milk texture, or bench cleanliness.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work across our Lismore and Alstonville locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Dialling in espresso grinders daily and monitoring extraction variables throughout service.

• Pouring milk and espresso beverages to top-tier specialty standards at high speed.

• Managing alternative brew bars (batch brew, cold brew).

• Delivering authentic, warm customer interactions while maintaining flow.

• Maintaining a pristine, organized, and efficient workstation.

Ready to elevate your coffee career?

If you're a dedicated barista who wants to be compensated fairly for your skills and recognized for your effort, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply: Hit APPLY NOW with your resume and a brief intro detailing your coffee background and availability.