The Links Shell Cove is looking for a vibrant, proactive, and customer-focused Full-Time Barista/Cafe All-Rounder to join our hospitality team.
Our ideal candidate is an enthusiastic and reliable hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoy creating memorable experiences for every guest. Whether you’re crafting the perfect coffee, preparing food, serving customers with a smile, or helping keep the cafe running smoothly, you’ll play an important role in delivering the welcoming atmosphere the Links is known for.
As a full-time member of the team, you will work closely with the Cafe Supervisor, supporting the day-to-day operation of the cafe and helping maintain high standards across customer service, presentation, product quality and overall cafe operations. This role includes the opportunity to act up at times to cover the absence of the Cafe Supervisor.
As The Links operates as both a cafe and bar, the successful applicant will also be required to responsibly serve alcoholic beverages.
An RSA and RCG are required (or willingness to obtain).
If you’re passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with great people, and take pride in providing outstanding service, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
This role is about much more than making coffee. You’ll be an important part of our hospitality team, working closely with the Cafe Supervisor to create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our guests while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the cafe and may include the following:
Preparing and serving high-quality coffee, beverages and refreshments.
- Assisting with food preparation, light meals and serving baked treats.
- Delivering exceptional customer service and creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
- Taking orders and handling cash and EFTPOS transactions accurately.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and well-presented cafe environment.
- Assisting with stock control, replenishment and general cafe duties.
- Working closely with the Cafe Supervisor to support efficient daily operations.
- Helping maintain high standards of service, presentation, and product quality
- Assisting with opening and closing procedures as required.
- Working collaboratively with the wider hospitality team.
- Responsibly serving alcoholic beverages in accordance with RSA requirements.
About You
- Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Enjoys working with people and providing outstanding customer service.
- Can work efficiently and confidently in a busy environment.
- Is reliable, well-presented and a strong team player.
- Has barista experience, with the ability to consistently produce quality coffee.
- Has previous hospitality, cafe food service or customer service experience.
- Is flexible and available to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays.
- Is looking for a stable, full-time position with the opportunity to grow within the hospitality team.
We offer:
Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.
- Permanent Full-Time role (38 hours per week) including weekend, evening and public holiday shifts, with penalty rates applicable
- Core hours are generally between 6:00am and 2:00pm. Rostered shifts are worked across the venue's operating hours, Monday to Sunday. Specific days and hours will be agreed with the successful applicant.
- Salary range from $1160.85 - $1281.68 per week (depending on skills & experience)
- Plus 12% superannuation
- Plus benefits including novated leasing, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support & Learning & Development opportunities
- Plus Annual Award Increases & Bi-annual bonus payments & weekly pay run
- Plus a range of local government benefits, including LSL after 5 years, one week 'My Leave', health & wellbeing initiatives as well as generous parental leave entitlements.
Please Note:
- This position requires a National Police History Check clearance.
- In addition to filling the permanent full-time vacancy, Council may use this recruitment process to establish a talent pool for future casual opportunities.
- Interviews may be held during the advertising period for suitable applicants.
- The Links is a licensed premises, and you must be 18 years of age or older to work here.
For further information about the position, click here for the position description.
Contact: Tobias Wiedemann, Hospitality Operations Manager on (02) 4237 5955
Closing date: Sunday, 6 September 2026 at 11:30pm.
About us:
Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 86,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.
Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.
We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.
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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
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