Cafe Manager

Hospitality · Bribie Island, Brisbane QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

Café management is about more than supervision. This Café Manager role calls for genuine barista experience, confidence leading people and managing rosters, and the commercial focus to keep service, stock, costs and customer experience on track.

The right candidate will bring a strong, credible employment history and the leadership to take ownership of a busy café. There is also scope to contribute to menus, special offerings and events that strengthen the café's bond with its customers, a valuable way for hospitality professionals from India and elsewhere to broaden their management experience.

Key Responsibilities

Guide the baristas and front-of-house staff, providing coaching and coordination on every shift
Hold accountability for how the café runs each day
Step in behind the espresso machine yourself to protect the consistency of every coffee served
Build team capability in drink preparation, service expectations and in-house procedures
Plan rosters so the café is staffed efficiently from day to day
Shape seasonal menus, specials and the drinks line-up
Arrange pop-ups, private events and live entertainment, acting as the contact for performers, suppliers and event partners
Oversee inventory, ordering and stock levels
Keep a close watch on operating costs and support basic financial administration
Uphold hygiene, food safety and workplace safety requirements
Present a tidy, well-organised and inviting space for customers
Resolve feedback and service issues, building lasting customer relationships and a positive culture in the café

Requirements & Eligibility

Minimum 2 years managing a café or restaurant, plus strong hands-on barista experience on commercial espresso equipment
Diploma in Hospitality relevant to applicable Queensland sponsorship pathways
Minimum 3 years of Australian hospitality management experience following completion of the relevant diploma, for sponsorship eligibility
Capacity to supply verifiable evidence of qualifications and work history
Demonstrated capability leading teams and managing staff, with strong skills in rostering, organisation and managing time
Working knowledge of stock control, cost-of-goods and basic finance processes
Experience coordinating events or developing menus is an advantage
Strong communication and customer service skills, with a reliable, flexible attitude to evening and weekend shifts
Current food-safety certification
Valid work rights or eligibility for sponsorship
State of work: Queensland; sponsorship available for eligible candidates

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