Cafe Manager Full time

at; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant café in Western Australia seeks an experienced Cafe Manager to lead the front-of-house team and ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, organizational skills, and knowledge of food safety standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in a landmark venue while delivering top-notch dining services.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health & safety standards.
• Competency in POS systems, cash handling, and basic financial reporting.
• A passion for local produce and high-quality hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily café operations.
• Maintain high presentation and cleanliness standards.
• Monitor and control stock levels.
• Liaise with kitchen and safety teams.
• Manage cash handling and reconciliation.
• Lead, train, and motivate the café team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Approved Managers Card

Job description

Cafe Manager - Western Australian Museum - Boola Bardip

Epoch Cafe is a vibrant and contemporary café centrally located within the iconic WA Museum Boola Bardip. Our menu celebrates native and locally sourced ingredients, offering a relaxed yet refined dining experience to museum visitors and locals alike.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cafe Manager to lead our front‑of‑house team and ensure the smooth daily operation of Epoch Café. This hands‑on leadership role requires a proactive professional who can manage staff, maintain high service standards, and drive operational excellence in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee daily café operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient service flow.
• Maintain high presentation and cleanliness standards across all service areas.
• Monitor and control stock levels, ordering supplies through approved vendors.
• Liaise with kitchen, health & safety, and museum teams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Manage cash handling, banking, and reconciliation processes.
• Maintain and update POS systems, menu pricing, and specials.
• Lead, train, and motivate the café team to deliver exceptional service.
• Prepare and manage staff rosters and approve timesheets.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop front‑of‑house team members.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive team culture.
• Customer Experience: Engage with customers to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere; respond promptly and professionally to feedback or complaints; ensure team members are knowledgeable about the menu, specials, and museum offerings.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health & safety standards.
• Competency in POS systems, cash handling, and basic financial reporting.
• A passion for local produce and high‑quality hospitality.
• Approved Managers Card.

Why Join Us

As part of Heyder & Shears Catering, you’ll join a respected team known for quality, creativity, and professionalism. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a landmark venue and lead a team dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience to every guest.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years of experience do you have as a Café Manager?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?