Senior Cafe Manager / Barista

Do you have excellent cafe management experience? Are you a coffee lover with a passion for connecting with people? Do you have excellent management skills and thrive in a creative environment and go the extra mile to ensure excellence in customer satisfaction? If so, we want you to lead our team!

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who is well experienced in cafe management and dedicated to providing outstanding food and service. The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong passion for the craft of coffee making and a desire to learn more in creating signature dish experiences for Better Way Cafe.
• Excellent relational skills and the ability to engage with customers in a professional and engaging manner.
• A willingness to go above and beyond to ensure each customer leaves with a deeper connection.
• Exceptional management and operation skills of a cafe restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the management and profitable operation of the cafe.
• Accounts management to ensure the business runs smoothly.
• Daily opening and closing of the cafe.
• Prepare, plate, source produce, and serve meals to customers efficiently.
• Inventory and stock management.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and manage the overall Sharewater space.
• Inventory reporting and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance the overall customer experience.
• Create new menu items to attract interest in the market.
• Post regularly on social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.
• Availability to serve at key community events and functions outside normal working hours.
• Train new staff.
• Establish partnerships with local businesses and schools to generate interest for Better Way Cafe.

What We Offer:

• Attractive wage and bonus.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A fun, supportive work environment.
• Employee discounts on our delicious offerings.
• Creative opportunities to apply your talents in starting a new cafe in a new community.

If you’re ready to share your love for coffee and create memorable experiences for our customers, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to: ****@made.co.nz