Campus Café Manager - Lead Coffee & Service (Staff Meals)

Clement Janken; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meal provided during shifts

Discounted on-campus parking

Closed over Christmas and New Year

Job summary

Monash Club on the Clayton campus is seeking an experienced Café Manager to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences at a busy campus café known for specialty coffee and fresh food.

You will guide service during peak periods, manage rostering and budgets, and collaborate with the culinary team to maintain quality and profitability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate leadership and strong communication to mentor front-of-house staff.
• Experience in managing stock control, rostering, labour costs, and achieving financial targets.
• Proven ability to maintain high service standards and handle fast-paced hospitality environments.
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, espresso preparation, and cafe operations.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with attention to food allergens and guest safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the cafe and lead front-of-house staff.
• Manage rostering, labour costs, and operational budgets.
• Monitor stock control, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Provide menu, wine, and coffee recommendations tailored to guest preferences.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and consistent product quality.
• Train staff in coffee preparation, milk texturing, and service standards.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menu planning and pricing strategies.
• Liaise across Front of House and Kitchen to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Specialty coffee

Espresso preparation

Time management

Allergen knowledge

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

Monash Club on the Clayton campus is seeking an experienced Café Manager to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences at a busy campus café known for specialty coffee and fresh food.

You will guide service during peak periods, manage rostering and budgets, and collaborate with the culinary team to maintain quality and profitability in a fast-paced environment.