We're looking for an experienced beverage specialist to lead recipe development and day-to-day operations as we launch Ala Vai, our brand new wellness juice bar in Newstead.

The role includes:

- Owning menu development and perfecting recipes — refining our juices, smoothies and teas for consistency, flavour, and balance
- Bringing creativity to our tropical and functional drinks, developing new seasonal offerings that fit the Ala Vai brand
- Understanding and protecting the purpose of our menu — every drink should tie back to real wellness benefits, not just taste
- Overseeing daily operations, opening and closing procedures
- Leading and rostering a small team of casual staff
- Making and serving fresh juices, smoothies and teas alongside the team during busy periods
- Managing stock, ordering and supplier relationships
- Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and presentation standards
- Handling customer feedback and resolving issues on the spot
- Supporting the owner with reporting on sales and wastage

We're looking for someone who has:

- 3+ years of hands-on experience specifically working with juices and smoothies — this is essential, not preferred
- A refined palate and genuine understanding of taste,



balance and flavour-pairing across a menu
- Strong creativity with tropical and exotic ingredients (coconut, cacao, soursop, hibiscus, noni, and similar)
- A clear grasp of functional/wellness beverages — why each ingredient is on the menu, not just how it tastes
- Experience managing or leading in a café, juice bar, or similar fast-paced hospitality venue
- The confidence to lead a small team, work independently, and stay calm under pressure
- Reliability, punctuality and availability for morning shifts

This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely loves developing drinks, not just making them to a set recipe. You'll have real input into what goes on our menu and why.

Location: Newstead

Interested? Send us a message telling us about your experience with juices and smoothies specifically, examples of recipes or menus you've developed, your availability, and why Ala Vai's wellness focus appeals to you.

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Real ownership over the menu and drink development for a brand-recent venue

Work Location: In person

Pay: $58,499.14 – $86,315.46 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 JUICE BAR MANAGER & BEVERAGE DEVELOPMENT LEAD (Newstead)
🏢 Ala Vai
📍 Newstead