FOH All Rounder – Italian Pasticceria

About usPasticceria Papa is a beloved Italian pasticceria dedicated to delivering authentic Italian pastries gelato and beverages to the Five Dock community. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality tradition and creating a welcoming atmosphere where customers can experience genuine Italian hospitality. Our team is passionate about food service excellence and building lasting relationships with our patrons.

About the role

We are seeking a FOOH All Rounder Italian Pasticceria to join our dynamic team at Pasticceria Papa in Five Dock NSW 2046. This is a casual position offering flexibility and variety in a vibrant hospitality environment. As an All Rounder you will be the backbone of our front-of-house operations delivering exceptional customer service whilst supporting our team across multiple service areas. This role is essential to maintaining the high standards of hospitality and food service that define our pasticceria.

Key responsibilities

1. Providing warm attentive customer service and taking food and beverage orders accurately
2. Operating the point-of-sale system efficiently and processing payments securely
3. Preparing and serving coffee espresso-based drinks gelato and other beverages to consistent quality standards
4. Assisting with food preparation and plating of pastries and Italian specialities
5. Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the front-of-house and service areas in compliance with food safety regulations
6. Restocking supplies glassware crockery and cutlery as needed
7. Supporting table service and managing the dining area efficiently
8. Responding to customer inquiries and resolving any service issues with professionalism and courtesy
9. Working collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth service during peak periods
10. Assisting with general café duties including setup breakdown and stock management

What were looking for

1. Previous experience in hospitality food and beverage service or a similar customer-facing role
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with customers
3. Proficiency in operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and handling cash transactions
4. Knowledge of coffee preparation and espresso-based beverages or willingness to train
5. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
6. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
7. Flexible availability to work casual shifts across Monday to Saturday from 7:30am to 5:00pm
8. A friendly professional demeanour and genuine passion for customer service
9. Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
10. Knowledge of Italian food and culture would be advantageous

What we offerWorking at Pasticceria Papa means joining a close-knit team that values passion quality and authentic hospitality. We offer casual employment with flexible scheduling to suit your lifestyle. Casual ongoing shifts with potential opportunity to become full time for the right candidate. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a specialty food environment gain experience across multiple aspects of hospitality operations and work in a supportive team culture. We provide training on our systems and products creating an environment where you can grow your expertise in Italian food and beverage service. Additionally you will enjoy employee discounts on our premium pastries gelato and beverages.

Apply nowIf you are an enthusiastic customer-focused individual with a passion for hospitality and Italian culture we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience to Pasticceria Papa. You can email to