About Merlo Coffee

Merlo Coffee began 30 years ago with a simple philosophy – freshly roasted specialty coffee served by people who are passionate about coffee. 

Today, Merlo is proud to be one of Australia’s leading independently owned and operated coffee roasters, who supply the public, our own Merlo Coffee stores and 1,700 cafes and restaurants with freshly roasted coffee around the country every day.

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Barista at our QUT, Gardens Point store. This exciting opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about coffee and customer service, who are eager to expand their knowledge and grow within the coffee industry.

About you

The ideal candidate will have: 

• At least 1 year barista experience in high volume coffee making.
• Available 20-25 hours per week
• A passion for coffee 
• A fun, hardworking and energetic attitude towards work
• Work well in a busy environment  
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Fast hands and an ability to work autonomously and in a team
• A demonstrated understanding of the Merlo workplace culture 

Benefits and perks: 

• Free coffee on shift, generous staff discount on coffee & retail products
• Free access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Opportunity for career progression
• A vibrant, fun, and exciting place to work with great team culture.
• A feel-good brand that genuinely cares for our people, community, and environment
• Monthly & yearly celebrations and staff awards
• Flexible working environment with a genuine focus on work-life balance

At Merlo we care about our people, our customers and of course our coffee. To ensure we successfully continue to maintain the Merlo magic, we follow the ‘Merlo Recipe’ in everything we do.

Respect – Excellence – Customer Service – Integrity – Passion – Education.

So, if you think you would be a welcome addition to the Merlo Coffee family, join us in our passion for providing quality coffee and customer service and apply now!