Cafe Manager

Position:                Cafe Manager

Company:           Frensh Soul Cafe

Location:             Tauranga

Position type:      Full time, Permanent

Pay range:          $29.66 – $32 per hour

Do you have a passion for exceptional coffee, french artisan baking, and fostering a vibrant team spirit?

At French Soul Cafe, we believe that food should warm your heart and lift your spirit. That’s why we serve fresh, homemade French-inspired treats – always prepared with love, always full of flavour.

Whether you’re stopping by for a smooth coffee, a cozy breakfast, or a vibrant lunch, we want every visit to feel like a little escape to the south of France. And the best part? People keep coming back. We’re proud to be a place where first-time guests turn into regulars.

What you'll bring to the table:

We're looking for a hands-on café manager with a gold-standard approach to hospitality. Your ability to motivate, mentor, and manage a team of friendly, professional, and switched-on individuals is paramount.

• Inspirational Management: You will manage all aspects of the front-of-house team, including recruitment, training, and weekly rostering. Your focus will be on the ongoing development and performance of your team, ensuring a supportive and positive work environment.
• Operational Excellence: You'll take full ownership of the day-to-day cafe operations. This includes everything from organizing staff breaks and delegating tasks to ordering stock and jumping on the coffee machine when needed.
• Seamless Collaboration: You will work closely with the Kitchen Manager ensuring smooth and efficient communication between the front-of-house and kitchen teams to maintain our high standards of service and product availability.
• Customer Experience Champion: Your passion for creating exceptional customer experiences will be evident in every detail, from the welcome at the door to the final sip of coffee.
• Business Acumen: You will have experience with administration and a keen eye for driving sales and managing stock levels effectively.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Team Management: Leading the cafe team, including creating rosters, managing leave, and overseeing daily tasks.
• Daily Operations Management: Ensuring the cafe runs smoothly, including managing opening and closing procedures, and maintaining a tidy and welcoming environment.
• Health & Safety: Upholding all hygiene and Food Control Plan regulations within the front-of-house areas.

What we offer:

This isn't just a job; it's a career. We offer:

• Supportive management and ongoing mentoring.
• Genuine investment in your professional development within the hospitality industry.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on a thriving and respected local business.
• A vibrant and friendly team environment.
• Rostered hours between 7 am and 4 pm. Minimum guaranteed 30 hours per week.

If you have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a hospitality supervisory role or a relevant tertiary qualification; and a genuine love for motivating teams to be their best, we want to hear from you.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Join our team and help us continue to delight our customers and lead the French Soul Cafe.