Employment Type: Ongoing/Non-Ongoing
Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 21 July 2025
Contact: Sophie Travis, 0472876203, sophie.travis@aph.gov.au

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking skilled and service-oriented Baristas and Head Baristas to join the APH Catering and Events team at Australian Parliament House.
This is a unique opportunity to work in one of Australia’s most recognisable venues, where you will enjoy a competitive salary, free parking, and complimentary gym membership. As part of a professional and supportive team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality coffee and beverage services across several retail outlets, including the Staff Dining Room, Queens Terrace Café, Coffee Hub, and Coffee Cart.
The APH Catering and Events team is responsible for providing consistent, high-standard food and beverage services to parliamentarians, staff, and visitors. We are proud of our commitment to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Whether you are an experienced barista or ready to step into a leadership role as Head Barista, this is an opportunity to be part of a team that values excellence and collaboration.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced hospitality professionals who are passionate about coffee and committed to delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
To be successful in these roles, you will demonstrate:
For Baristas: At least two years’ experience preparing and serving high-quality coffee, with a strong understanding of coffee equipment and brewing techniques
For Head Baristas: A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role, with demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to train and support a team
A strong customer service focus, with the ability to engage professionally and courteously with a wide range of stakeholders
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, including HACCP requirements
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a team
If you are passionate about coffee, take pride in your work, and are ready to contribute to a high-performing team in a prestigious setting, we encourage you to apply.
Job Specific Requirements:
A current Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate. If not currently held, this certificate must be obtained and be maintained.
Qualifications in hospitality or retail catering are highly desirable, showcasing your dedication to the industry are highly desirable.
The occupant of this position must be willing to work according to a roster and work overtime if required. Penalty and overtime rates apply.
The occupant of this position is required to wear a uniform as directed and present in a professional manner at all times when on duty.
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.
At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.

We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.