Job Description

Daylesford is one of Victoria's most recognised food and lifestyle destinations, a creative, progressive regional town with a strong local base and high-volume weekend trade. Larder has been part of that for over 20 years.

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We're a 120-seat café across three spaces. Larder (our flagship), L1 with a second barista station, and a large courtyard and what sets us apart is how the place runs.

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Service is fast, high-energy and smooth because the systems, layout and equipment are built to support it. The team is confident, well-trained, and trusted to do their role properly which means service feels good, not stressful.

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We've invested heavily in workflows, technology and training so the operation is effective, consistent and easy to manage and we're continuing to evolve.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

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This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong presence on the floor, supported by dedicated time off the floor for admin, training and development.

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You'll lead the day-to-day operation of the team, service, standards and ordering.

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We use best-in-class tools across POS, rostering and inventory to keep admin efficient and structured, so your focus can stay on the team, the customer experience, and continuous improvement.

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There is also time built into the week for:

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drinks and product development

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training and upskilling

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refining systems and workflows

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You'll be someone who notices the details, keeps things organised, and actively looks for ways to improve how the café runs while maintaining a positive, capable and well-supported team.

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COFFEE & DRINKS PROGRAM

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We run a serious coffee setup. Currently two La Marzocco 3-group machines, Mahlkönig EK43, Mazzer Super Jolly V Pro and Puqpress, alongside Coffee Supreme,



with separate blends for black and white coffee.

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Our drinks program includes rotating single origins for batch, cold brew, cold drip, and an evolving iced and cold foam menu that's becoming a key part of the offering.

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We're about to rebuild the L1 barista station into a purpose-built coffee bar designed for better workflow, speed and a more elevated customer experience, including a dedicated section for iced and cold drinks.

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If you're interested in coffee workflows, drinks development and where the café scene is heading, this is a big part of the role.

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TEAM & CULTURE

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We've built a strong, stable team and we protect that.

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We take the time to know our customers and each other, and we expect the manager to lead that, not just operationally, but in how the café feels day-to-day.

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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

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Leading the floor during service. Keeping things smooth, focused and positive

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Developing and evolving the drinks menu

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Maintaining and improving systems

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Training and upskilling staff to strengthen the team and overall roster

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Monitoring performance and using data to guide decisions

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Managing stock and ordering through systems

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Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation and presentation

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Building genuine relationships with customers

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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Someone who:

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Is proactive and detail-oriented, notices things early and acts on them

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Values systems and uses them properly (not workarounds)

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Holds high standards across service, cleanliness and presentation

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Builds a positive, capable team without creating tension or drama

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Is organised, consistent and clear in how they communicate

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Enjoys hospitality, both the pace of service and the community side of it

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📌 Cafe Manager (Daylesford)
🏢 Larder Daylesford
📍 Daylesford