Cafe Manager

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

Café Manager needed in Queensland. To succeed, you must be able to work the coffee machine yourself, manage people and rosters with confidence, and keep service, stock, costs and customer experience under control.

Supervising a team is only part of the job. The employer wants a strong, credible employment history, practical barista ability and the leadership to take ownership of a busy café. You will also get to contribute to menus, specials and events for the venue's customers. Apply with real, verifiable details, and never pay anyone who claims they can secure the job for you.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards, and keep the café clean, organised and welcoming
Run day-to-day café operations and lead, coach and coordinate baristas and front-of-house staff
Work on the coffee machine yourself and keep coffee quality consistent
Train staff on beverage preparation, service standards and café procedures, and manage rosters so staffing levels stay efficient
Contribute to seasonal menus, specials and beverage selections
Organise live entertainment, pop-ups and private events and deal with suppliers, performers and event partners
Monitor inventory, place orders and keep stock at the right level
Track operating costs and assist with basic financial admin
Handle customer feedback and service complaints, build strong relationships with customers and support a positive café culture

Requirements & Eligibility

Current food-safety certification
Minimum 2 years in café or restaurant management
Strong, hands-on barista experience on commercial espresso equipment
Diploma in Hospitality (for applicable Queensland sponsorship pathways)
For sponsorship eligibility: minimum 3 years of Australian hospitality management experience after completing the relevant diploma
Able to back up qualifications and employment history with verifiable evidence
Proven team leadership and staff management capability
Strong rostering, organisational and time-management skills
Understands stock control, cost-of-goods and basic financial processes
Event coordination or menu development experience is an advantage
Strong communication and customer service skills
Reliable and flexible about weekend and evening work
Valid work rights or eligibility for sponsorship
Work state: Queensland. Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates

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