Mara Gauß
Maroubra,NSW
Summary
Passionate and people-oriented hospitality professional with a genuine love for the café culture. After recently graduating as top of my class with a Master’s degree, I am taking a gap year to discover a new way of life and pursue my joy of being a barista while living by the ocean. With my background as a Barista and Service Staff member, I thrive on creating a welcoming atmosphere and making every guest’s day a little brighter. I am a fast learner, a dedicated team player, and I bring a positive energy to every shift. Eager to bring my service skills and "can-do" attitude to a friendly team in Sydney.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Service Staff & Barista
Cafè Goldmund
Calw, Germany
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a busy café environment, ensuring guest satisfaction at all times.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks as a trained barista, maintaining speed and consistency.
- Managed table service, accurate order-taking, and efficient payment handling, with a focus on customer needs.
Working Student – Group Sustainability Office
ProSiebenSat.1
Unterföhring, Germany
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated communication between various departments regarding climate accounting and EU Taxonomy data.
- Managed stakeholder engagement and internal team communications within the Climate and Environment sector.
Working Student – Sustainability & Climate Consult
Arqum GmbH
Stuttgart, Germany
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed Product Carbon Footprints (PCF) and Corporate Carbon Footprints (CCF).
- Conducted materiality analyses and implemented CSRD requirements.
- Supported climate strategy development and monitored emission reduction measures.
- Prepared and assisted in client workshops and compliance audits.
Education
Master of Science -
Sustainability Management & Leadership
Munich, Germany08-2025
Bachelor of Science -
Environmental Natural Science
Freiburg, Germany12-2023
Skills
- Espresso machine operations
- Specialty Coffee & Beverage Preparation
- High-Volume Customer Service
- Effective Stakeholder Communication
- Multi-tasking & Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Speedy & Efficient Order Taking
- Team Collaboration
VISA & AVAILABILITY
- Visa Status: Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417), valid from 19 January 2026.
- Availability: Immediate start; fully flexible (7 days a week, including weekends and early mornings).
Certification
RSA NSW (Responsible Service of Alcohol)
Languages
German
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Available for a trial shift at any time.
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Timeline
Working Student – Group Sustainability Office
ProSiebenSat.1
02.2025 - 08.2025
Service Staff & Barista
Cafè Goldmund
01.2025 - 12.2025
Working Student – Sustainability & Climate Consult
Arqum GmbH
01.2023 - 01.2025
Master of Science -
Sustainability Management & Leadership
Bachelor of Science -
Environmental Natural Science