ead with Passion at Rush Roasting Co Café

Rush Roasting Co is more than just a coffee roastery—we’re a destination for quality, community, and coffee excellence. We’re now seeking a driven and experienced Café Manager to lead our flagship café in Bowral, NSW.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage a dynamic and growing hospitality venue that showcases our specialty coffee and food offering, while being part of a passionate and supportive team. We are open to 494 visa sponsorship for the right candidate. Best of all is we DONT OPEN SUNDAYS

About the Role

As Café Manager, you’ll take full ownership of daily operations and play a critical leadership role in delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and motivating both front and back of house teams

Ensuring outstanding customer service and hospitality

Overseeing coffee and food presentation standards

Barista duties and coffee quality control

Rostering and scheduling to meet business needs

Ordering and receiving goods, managing stock levels

Monitoring costs, wastage, and supplier relationships

Recruiting, onboarding, and training new staff

Maintaining compliance with food safety and WHS standards

Coordinating with ownership on business improvements and promotions

Who You Are

We’re looking for a hospitality professional with a passion for coffee and leadership.

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous café management experience (1–2 years minimum)

Strong barista skills and understanding of specialty coffee

Excellent customer service and communication abilities

Proven ability to lead a team and foster a positive workplace culture

Strong organisational skills with a focus on efficiency and attention to detail

Experience with ordering, inventory, cost control, and shift scheduling

Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and WHS practices

Flexibility to work across weekends and peak trade periods

Full working rights in Australia – 494 visa sponsorship as Cafe Manager available for the right candidate

Why Join Us?

Be part of a well-respected, community-focused coffee brand

Work in a scenic and growing regional area (Southern Highlands)

Lead a passionate, skilled, and friendly team

Ongoing support and training from experienced hospitality operators

Competitive salary + opportunities for career development

Long-term employment pathway, including visa sponsorship

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead a café that values quality, integrity, and great coffee, we want to hear from you.

Click Apply Now to submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit.