431211 Cafe Worker

4312 CAFE WORKERS

CAFE WORKERS sell and serve food and beverages for consumption on premises in cafes and similar establishments.
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification. In some instances no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be required.
Tasks Include:

preparing and serving food and beverages for consumption on the premises
taking customers' food and beverage orders
operating cash registers, accepting payments and preparing sales invoices
clearing away used dishes and cutlery from tables when customers are finished
cleaning and preparing tables for use
washing dishes, cutlery and cooking utensils
cleaning cafe equipment such as coffee grinders, espresso machines and ice makers
participating in stocktakes and assisting in putting away new stock
providing backup to other cafe employees