Ambitious Assistant Cafe Manager - Lead Service & Ops

Pembroke Patisserie; Otago; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembroke Patisserie in Otago, New Zealand, is hiring an Assistant Café Manager to lead daily operations and uphold service excellence. You will supervise front-of-house staff, ensure quality beverage preparation, and manage stock, cash handling and deadlines under the Four Pillars framework.

The role emphasizes leadership, organisation, and a positive, proactive attitude, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week in a busy cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of barista experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Experience in cash handling and meeting deadlines.
• Current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cafe operations and ensure service excellence.
• Lead front-of-house team and training.
• Oversee stock ordering, financial reconciliations, and adherence to Food Control Plan.
• Maintain a tidy, welcoming environment meeting establishment standards.

Skills

Barista experience

Leadership

Organisational skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Driver's licence

Job description

Pembroke Patisserie in Otago, New Zealand, is hiring an Assistant Café Manager to lead daily operations and uphold service excellence. You will supervise front-of-house staff, ensure quality beverage preparation, and manage stock, cash handling and deadlines under the Four Pillars framework.

The role emphasizes leadership, organisation, and a positive, proactive attitude, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week in a busy cafe environment.