Join a café that thrives on great food, coffee, and a supportive team!

We're on the hunt for a hands-on, experienced Café Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our bustling Paddington café. Weekends are our busiest days, and we’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can motivate a diverse team, and is ready to be part of a long-term success story.

✨ What You'll Be Doing

Leading and mentoring a team of 6–8 staff across FOH

Managing rosters, service flow, and day-to-day operations

Ensuring exceptional customer experiences

Working closely with owners and senior staff to maintain high standards

Stock ordering, supplier management, and daily reporting, assisting in gathering social media content for the marketing team.

🕒 Work Schedule

Full-time position

Must be available Friday to Sunday (non-negotiable for now)

Flexibility on weekdays

👌 What You'll Get

A supportive, experienced team with structure and back-up

One weekend off per month (planned in advance)

Free meal, coffee and drinks every shift

Autonomy and room to shape the team and systems

A fun, no-drama environment where your ideas are valued

Bonuses are available for meeting and exceeding KPI's

🙌 What We're Looking For

Experience in a busy café or casual dining environment (min. 2 years in a leadership role)

Confident in running service, leading from the front, focused on great customer service & hospitality

Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and approachable

Solid knowledge of food safety, stock control, and POS systems

Confidence to manage both experienced team members and to mentor and train Junior team members who are starting their hospitality journey.

Confidence to communicate with leadership regarding forward planning for growth.