CAFÉ MANAGER — FULL-TIME
Café 63, Park Ridge QLD
Advertised by Sequre PTY LTD on behalf of Sahana2 Pty Ltd trading as Café 64
Employer: Sahana2 Pty Ltd (ABN 70 648 180 732) trading as Café 64
Location: Shop 34, Park Ridge Town Centre, 3732 Mount Lindesay Highway, Park Ridge QLD 4125
Employment type: Full time, ongoing (38 hours per week)
Salary: $80,000 per annum plus superannuation
About the role
Café 63 Park Ridge is a busy suburban café serving breakfast, lunch, and all-day coffee to a high-volume local trade. Our recruitment partner is seeking an experienced Café Manager on behalf of the business to take day-to-day operational responsibility for the venue, lead the front-of-house team, and work alongside kitchen staff to deliver consistent quality and service.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Planning and organising the daily operation of the café, including opening and closing procedures
- Coordinating with suppliers to purchase and price goods in line with budget, and ensuring timely delivery of food, beverages and supplies
- Preparing staff rosters, managing shift coverage and controlling wage costs
- Recruiting, supervising, training and mentoring front-of-house staff to maintain excellent customer service standards
- Collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure food quality, presentation and timely service
- Ensuring the dining area and facilities comply with food safety and health regulations and are clean, functional and well presented
- Maintaining stock records, conducting regular stocktakes and minimising wastage
- Handling cash registers and EFTPOS, reconciling daily takings and balancing sales
- Responding to customer feedback and resolving complaints
- Monitoring sales performance and contributing to menu, pricing and promotional decisions
Skills and experience required
- Relevant qualification in hospitality or business management (AQF Diploma or higher), or at least three years' relevant work experience in a café or restaurant management role
- Demonstrated experience supervising and rostering a front-of-house team
- Working knowledge of Queensland food safety and workplace health and safety requirements
- Experience with stock control, supplier negotiation and cash handling/reconciliation
- Strong communication and customer service skills, and fluent English
- Availability to work a rotating roster including early mornings, weekends and public holidays
- Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply
How to apply
Please email your resume and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria to
[email protected]. Applications are managed by our recruitment partner on behalf of Sahana2 Pty Ltd. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
📌 Cafe Manager (Park Ridge)
🏢 Cafe 63
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