As our Area 51 Underwood F&B Manager, you will be responsible for managing our flagship café whilst looking to the future at further growth in the hospitality space. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in event management/ F&B/ Markets/ Café/ Hospitality management, with exceptional communication skills, and a passion for driving success.

Bring your innovative ideas to life, foster a spirit of celebration, and make each party a cherished memory for our young guests and their families

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Partner with the Operations Manager on all Food and Beverage business and strategic issues as they arise; provide strategic recommendations to the Operations Manager based on market analysis and projections, cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analysis.

Champion Health and safety/ Adhere to safe food handling.

Café operations/ menu: conception to execution

Participate in the ongoing strategic planning process as an integral member of the senior management team and oversee long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with Area51s' strategic plan.

Identify areas for improvement and implement streamlined workflows.

Cultivate relationships and maintain open communication channels with management, stakeholders and the public as required.

Customer-Centric Approach: Ensure all Events/Parties are tailored to meet individual customer expectations, preferences, and requirements. Interact with suppliers/ customers to understand their needs and ensure an exceptional experience.

GX replies for all Café issues

Stocktakes and data analysis

Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain systematic processes to adhere to required standards.

Collaborative Partnerships: Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, entertainers, and suppliers to ensure a steady supply of materials, decorations, and resources.

Innovation and Creativity: Keep a pulse on industry trends, and customer feedback to consistently innovate and refresh the Café/ Party offerings.

Reporting and Analysis: Generate reports on the success of new Cafe/Party concepts, customer feedback, and departmental performance. Use insights to refine strategies and future plans.

Experience and Skills required:

Food Safety Supervisor (highly desired)

Strong background in Food & Beverages

Demonstrated experience in event planning, process improvement, and team management.

Strong creative thinking and innovation skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Proficiency in project management and coordination.

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Proficiency in using software for project management and reporting

Familiarity with child safety regulations and guidelines.

In addition to the attributes mentioned above, to be considered for this role you will need:

Full Right to work in Australia

Current Working with Children Blue Card, or the ability to obtain

Current CPR / First Aid Certificate, or ability to obtain

This role is a full time role, with weekend work on a rotating roster.

If this sounds like you, please submit your application and cover letter detailing why you are the perfect fit!