Join the Flock at The Hungry Pelican!

The Hungry Pelican, is now accepting applications for a barista with a true passion for specialty coffee.

The Hungry Pelican is a fun, wholesome, and trendy café located on the stunning Fraser Coast, just metres from the Hervey Bay foreshore. We serve up specialty coffee, house-made cold-pressed juices, wellness smoothies, a locally sourced seasonal food menu—and much more.

We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals who want to value-add to The Hungry Pelican experience and become a vital part of our small, close-knit work family. Here, your voice matters. We value your ideas and input, encourage creativity, and are committed to helping you grow—both personally and professionally—with our exciting and evolving brand.

If you love good food, great coffee, and creating memorable moments, we’d love to meet you!

This role provides the opportunity to benefit from:

Working with an award-winning specialty coffee roaster

Premium espresso machine, grinder and equipment

Ongoing support and guidance from our management team

The opportunity to attend cuppings, trainings & ongoing coffee education sessions

Skills and experience

To apply you must have;

Must have at least 1 year experience making coffee and general café duties

Able to work autonomously within a fast paced team

Be actively in a role that supports all team members

You must be engaging, confident and build strong guest loyalty

High level of speciality coffee experience

Willingness to learn with a positive and can do attitude

Clear communication skills

What We're Looking For:

You're someone who:

Thrives in a fast paced environment – Energized by a high volume setting, such as morning rushes and handling multiple coffee and food orders. Stays composed under pressure, thinking quickly and maintaining high performance during peak times.

Leads by Example – Actively works alongside the team during peak periods, preparing coffee. Demonstrates a strong team spirit and a positive, can-do attitude that motivates others.

Brings Genuine Passion – Demonstrates a true enthusiasm not only for exceptional coffee, but also for fostering a supportive team environment and delivering memorable customer experiences. Brings a vibrant, energetic attitude to every shift, helping to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere for both customers and colleagues.

What's on Offer:

We operate 5 days a week, Thursday to Monday, 6:30am - & a generous performance-based salary.

Inclusive & Positive Culture – We foster a family-like environment where staff and customers alike feel valued and appreciated.

If you think you’d be a match for our venue, please apply now!