Barista

**Join ASQ Garden & Landscape - A Place Where Passion Meets Exceptional Service**

Our Garden & Landscape team is seeking a full-time, experienced, and trained Barista who is customer-focused and passionate about delivering exceptional service.
- **Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Barista**:

- **Above award base hourly rate of $28.01 + Super (Level 3 of General Retail Industry Award [MA000004])**:

- **Must be available on weekends and public holidays - penalty rates apply**:

- **Location: Castlemaine, VIC**:

- **A great opportunity to work in a reputable family-owned and operated business**

**Company Overview**

ASQ is a locally owned, family-operated business, which has been servicing Central Victoria since 1970.

ASQ Garden & Landscape is a locally owned and operated business supplying a large range of landscaping and horticultural needs for the novice gardener through to the professional landscaper. Our landscape supply yards, and garden nurseries located in Bendigo, Castlemaine and Maryborough are presented and maintained to the highest industry standard and are operated by professional, qualified staff who deliver expert advice, knowledge and services to our retail and trade customers.

Our Castlemaine site includes a vibrant Nursery and Landscape Yard, where we also offer a welcoming cafe for our customers to enjoy. As part of our commitment to excellence, we’re looking for a talented and passionate Barista to join our team.

**About the role**

We are looking for a dedicated Full-Time Barista with proven experience and a passion for crafting exceptional coffee and delivering outstanding customer experiences to join our Castlemaine team. In this role, you will also assist at the counter and provide sales support to the team as needed.

**Key Selection Criteria**
- Proven 2-3 years of experience as a Barista.
- Formal barista training with a strong focus on delivering high-quality service and beverages.
- Possession of certifications, such as a Food Handling Certificate or formal barista qualifications, is highly desirable.
- Ability to clean and maintain commercial coffee machines and grinders effectively.
- Comfortable working under pressure during busy periods while keeping the coffee flowing seamlessly.
- A bubbly personality with a genuine love for interacting with customers.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic work environment.
- Strong ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace.

**Why work for ASQ?**

ASQ is a proud employer of over 100 staff working across seven sites within our organisation. Being a locally owned, family operated business we aim to foster a family friendly workplace and are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff and working environment.
- Develop your career within a growing company
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Workplace Flexibility
- Inclusive environment
- Staff discount on products at our retail stores