JOB DETAILS

Cafe All Rounder

CompanyCity of Moonee Valley
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 19, 2026
About The Company
Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference in the community? A workplace that provides opportunity, challenge and balance? A workplace that values your skills and professionalism? Moonee Valley is a great place to live, work and play. Our council is committed to continuously pushing the boundaries to provide responsive, citizen-focused services, and are after staff who embrace our values and are ready to rise to the challenges of the 21st century. We value diversity within our workforce and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal peoples and people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. A bit about us and what we do... We are a local government within the north-west metropolitan area of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, providing a range of services to some 118,000 residents and over 10,000 businesses. These services includes: - services for families, children, youth, seniors and people with disability - the operation of multiple libraries, community centres, and our arts venues Clocktower Centre and Incinerator Gallery - hosting many cultural and recreational events and festivals - maintaining local roads, infrastructure, parks and gardens - waste and recycling services - advice and enforcement in regards to planning and building matters - providing support to local businesses and community groups and so much more! For more information on our Privacy Policy visit our website.
About the Role

Café All Rounder

Reference number: 11132

Closing date: 11:00pm, Monday 4 May 2026

  • Part-Time permanent position working 22.8 hours a week.
  • Salary of $36.48 per hour plus 12% superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience.
  • Band 3.

The Opportunity 

Moonee Valley City Council’s Arts and Culture department is seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Café All-Rounder to join the team at the Clocktower Centre, a vibrant performing arts and function centre. 

As a Café All-Rounder, you will be responsible for running the café’s daily operations, making high-quality espresso coffee, ensuring food and beverage stock is attractively displayed, and maintaining a clean and organised café space. You’ll work closely with other staff to ensure a seamless and positive experience for all patrons, from coffee lovers to event guests.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide welcoming and friendly service as the front-line staff at the Clocktower Centre, ensuring a positive and professional customer experience.
  • Prepare and serve high-quality espresso coffee, manage food and beverage displays, and ensure café areas are always clean and presentable.
  • Monitor deliveries from suppliers, ensuring goods are as ordered
  • Ensure that Point of Sale systems are operational and advise supervisor of any issues.
  • Adhere to food safety procedures, maintain daily documentation, and ensure the café runs smoothly according to opening and closing procedures.
  • Work with the wider catering and operations team to maintain a professional and efficient environment.
  • Ensure responsible service of alcohol to patrons as required.
  • On occasion, supervise casual staff or agency staff as needed during shifts.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in customer service, particularly within a café environment, and proven expertise in espresso coffee-making, ensuring consistent high-quality service. A strong understanding of café operations, including food and beverage products, stock management, and safe food handling, is essential. The role requires a current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification and experience working in a licensed venue. Experience with POS systems and cash handling is important, as is the ability to work independently and under pressure while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanour. Safe Food Handling certification is essential. 

Next Steps

Applications must be submitted through our online system and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide. Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.

For further information, please view the Position Description and or contact Emily Burke, Acting  Team Leader Hospitality and Venue Services (03) 9243 9191 to seek further insights to the role.

Key Skills
Customer serviceEspresso coffee-makingFood and beverage displayStock managementSafe food handlingPoint of sale systemsCash handlingResponsible service of alcoholCleaningTeam collaborationSupervision
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageCustomer Service & SupportGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Superannuation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Café All-Rounder is responsible for daily café operations, including preparing high-quality espresso coffee and maintaining an organized, clean environment. They will provide front-line customer service and ensure food and beverage displays are attractively presented to patrons.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
592
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
23 hours
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