About the company

STAN & LESLEY PTY LTD trading as Home Plate Kitchen is a beloved Burleigh Waters cafe renowned for its exceptional coffee and generous, chef-crafted breakfast and lunch menus. Offering indoor and outdoor seating, this dog-friendly local gem provides a welcoming, family-focused atmosphere with extensive dietary options.

Role overview

Join Home Plate Kitchen as our Cafe and Restaurant Manager and lead a passionate team in the heart of Burleigh Waters. You'll oversee daily operations, ensuring our welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and high service standards are always met. From managing staff and rostering to maintaining quality across our chef-crafted menus, you’ll play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our valued customers. If you thrive in a vibrant, community-focused environment and have a love for exceptional coffee and food, we’d love to hear from you! This is a full time, permanent position offering growth and the chance to make your mark.

Key responsibilities

- Oversee daily cafe and restaurant operations to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
- Lead and motivate front-of-house and kitchen teams to maintain a friendly, efficient environment.
- Manage staff rostering, recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training initiatives.
- Ensure all food and beverage offerings meet Home Plate Kitchen’s high-quality standards.
- Uphold strict compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate ordering to minimise wastage and shortages.




- Develop and implement strategies to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Resolve customer queries and complaints promptly, ensuring positive outcomes.
- Maintain accurate financial records, manage cash flow, and oversee daily reconciliations.
- Plan and execute marketing initiatives to attract new patrons and retain regulars.
- Oversee catering orders and special event bookings as required.
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for families, locals, and their furry friends.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to introduce new menu items and seasonal specials.
- Monitor supplier relationships and negotiate contracts for best value.
- Ensure the venue’s presentation is always inviting, clean, and conducive to a relaxed dining atmosphere.

Qualifications and skills

- Minimum 1 year experience managing a café or restaurant, ideally in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
- Proven leadership skills to motivate and manage a diverse front and back of house team
- Robust understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and compliance with relevant Australian regulations
- Ability to oversee rostering, inventory, ordering, and cost control to maximise efficiency
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine passion for hospitality
- Demonstrated experience handling customer feedback and maintaining a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
- Sound knowledge of dietary requirements and ability to cater to diverse customer needs
- Experience with POS systems and basic financial reporting

📌 Cafe and Restaurant Manager - Full Time, Permanent (Sydney)
🏢 Home Plate Kitchen
📍 Sydney