Aye Empanadas, Oriental Bay is seeking an experienced café manager responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the café, ensuring high customer service standards, supporting staff performance, and maintaining smooth operational workflow within a busy hospitality environment.
Flexibility is essential, as the industry operates 24/7 throughout the year, including weekends, public holidays, and school holidays, in line with business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing and supervising daily café operations
Deliver consistently excellent customer service and food and beverage experience
Leading, training and supporting café staff
Monitor staff performance and assist with staff related matters
Organising staff rosters and assisting with recruitment process
Maintaining high customer service standards and customer satisfaction
Monitoring stock control and ordering supplies as required
Managing cash handling procedures and operational reporting
Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
Assisting with menu development and seasonal specials
Help and maintain consistent food and beverage quality
Complete general café and administrative duties as required including cleaning where necessary
Coordinating café operations with the production kitchen/factory
Supporting business growth initiatives and operational improvements
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of relevant café or hospitality management experience
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to delegate, motivate and develop team members
Experience managing daily hospitality operations
Knowledge of stock management and workplace compliance
Understanding of food safety and health & safety requirements
Barista and front-of-house experience required to assist operational coverage when necessary
Employer Questions
Your application will include the following question(s):
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Do you agree to complete Criminal Record check done by Ministry of Justice?
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Do you consent to undergoing drug and alcohol testing, including random tests?