Food and Beverage Attendant

🌐 Division: Office of the CEO

📅 Employment Status: Casual

💼 Classification Level: HOSP 2 

📍 Location: Ida Bar, University of Melbourne, Parkville

🗓️ Start Date: February 2025

UMSU – Where Passion Meets Purpose

With a living history that extends over 140 years, The University of Melbourne Student Union Inc (UMSU) is not just an organisation – it's a vibrant hub where creativity, diversity, and social justice intertwine to offer students of the University of Melbourne an enriching campus experience. We're the voice and heart of the student community, constantly buzzing with activities, events, and initiatives that make campus life unforgettable!

As a non-profit organisation run by students, for students, we keep the arts, representation, advocacy, live music, and cultural services alive on campus.

UMSU enables students to get more out of their time at the University. We provide opportunities for students to immerse themselves in a wealth of cultural facilities and events, whilst having access to quality support services. At its heart UMSU is committed to ensuring students have advocacy and representation on campus – ensuring student voices are heard while making students’ time at the University fun and enjoyable.

About the role

Operating under the supervision of the Venue Manager, the Food and Beverage Assistant will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all customers of Ida’s Bar. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all food and beverage services are provided to a high quality and in line with safe food handling procedures. 

This position is also responsible for ensuring a safe and comfortable environment where the needs of students and internal stakeholders are not only met but exceeded, promoting a positive image of UMSU at all times. 

 Key Duties: 

  • Preparing and serving Barista coffee and drinks; 
  • Preparing drinks behind the bar; 
  • Maintaining bar stock levels; 
  • Delivering exceptional Customer Service across the floor; 
  • Maintaining cleanliness and preparation of service areas; 
  • Delivery of food and drinks; 
  • Washing up and general cleaning of the bar and floor; 
  • Cash handling and register operation; 
  • Provision of excellent customer service; 
  • Knowledge of Food Safety and allergy requirements; 
  • Ad Hoc tasks as required 

Your Expertise (Need to have) 

  • RSA Certificate essential 
  • Previous experience working within a fast paced hospitality environment. 
  • Self motivated with the ability to work independently 
  • Must always be well presented and possess exemplary customer service skills; 
  • Willingness to be part of an enthusiastic and motivated team 
  • A pro-active ‘can do’ attitude – willing to perform any tasks required across all facets of the bar; 
  • Strong understanding of Hygiene and Food Safety Standards; 
  • Must hold a valid Working With Children Check 
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills; 

Desirable Skills and Qualifications: 

  • Previous bar and barista experience is not essential, but it is highly advantageous 

Why Join UMSU?

This is more than a job – it's a chance to positively impact the lives of students. At UMSU, you'll be part of a diverse team, working together to foster a thriving, inclusive student community. We value creativity, diversity, and the powerful voice of students in shaping our future.

How to apply?

If you're excited about supporting student success at the University of Melbourne and have the expertise we're looking for, we want to hear from you!

To find out more information about this position, please refer to the position description found here.

All applications should include:

  • Resume
  • A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (found in the position description)

Applications for this position close 5pm, Friday, the 28th of February 2025 and should be addressed to recruitment@union.unimelb.edu.au

Additional information

Please note, all applicants will require to hold or obtain a valid Employee working with children check and provide verification of unrestricted working rights in Australia.  

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please contact us at recruitment@union.unimelb.edu.au

UMSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, women, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

UMSU acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the land where we operate. We pay our respects to Indigenous Elders past, present, and emerging. Sovereignty was never ceded. This always was and always will be, Aboriginal land.

UMSU reserves the right to withdraw this position at any stage of the recruitment process.