Café Manager - Altona North

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Career growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Sacca’s Fine Foods in Melbourne seeks a Café Manager to lead day-to-day operations, inspire a café team, and deliver outstanding customer experiences in a bustling community setting.

You will oversee rostering, reporting, and inventory, ensure health and safety compliance, mentor staff, monitor KPIs, and contribute to the successful opening and ongoing growth of the new café. Australian resident or valid unrestricted visa preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in food industry management.
• Experience with new venue openings is highly regarded.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills required.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of café staff to deliver outstanding service and maintain high standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to build a positive and motivated culture.
• Oversee rostering, reporting, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling standards.
• Monitor and work towards meeting KPIs and business targets.
• Contribute to the successful opening and ongoing growth of the new café.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Hospitality experience

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Reporting tools

Job description

About Sacca’s Fine Foods

Sacca’s Fine Foods is a rapidly growing family business known for quality fresh produce and excellent customer service. We are excited to expand our operations and are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Café Manager to lead our café.

Role Overview

As Café Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing day-to-day operations, leading a dynamic team, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience. Your passion for the food and beverage industry, combined with your leadership skills, will help create a warm and welcoming environment where both staff and customers thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of café staff to deliver outstanding service and maintain high standards
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to build a positive and motivated culture
• Oversee administrative duties such as staff rostering, reporting, and inventory management
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling standards
• Monitor and work towards meeting KPIs and business targets
• Contribute to the successful opening and ongoing growth of the new café

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in food industry management, preferably in a café or hospitality setting
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Exceptional leadership with the ability to lead by example and motivate a diverse team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and exemplary personal grooming
• Proficient in administration and computer skills for reporting purposes
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Experience with new venue openings is highly regarded
• A genuine love for the industry and a long-term career vision

What We Offer

• Competitive and rewarding pay
• Ongoing on-the-job training and product education
• Clear opportunities for career growth and development within the company
• Supportive and friendly work environment

Additional Information

This is a long-term, full-time position ideal for candidates with proven experience and strong aspirations for career growth. Applicants must be Australian residents or hold a valid unrestricted work visa and have local experience.