Café Manager - Melbourne

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At Allpress Espresso, we’re here to brew better days for consumers, cafés, communities, and the planet. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with some of the best independent cafés around the world, building long‑term relationships grounded in trust, craft and shared values. Our cafés act as “working billboards,” showcasing our commitment to flavour, service, and the full Allpress brand experience.

About the role

We’re looking for a Café Manager to lead our Melbourne café and bring the Allpress brand experience to life every day.

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for building a high‑performing team, delivering consistently exceptional customer service, and ensuring all café operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. You’ll shape a warm, welcoming environment, uphold our “Perfect Cup” standards, drive operational and financial performance, and make sure every touch point reflects our brand values.

Working closely with the National Hospitality Manager, you’ll manage people, product, service and systems to create a café that truly represents who we are.

This is a full‑time position based in Melbourne.

What you’ll do

Lead and develop the team

• Recruit, induct and train new team members
• Run effective performance reviews and ongoing coaching
• Build strong team culture, communication and cohesion
• Ensure all staff are skilled, confident and knowledgeable across coffee, food and café operations

Deliver an exceptional customer experience

• Set and maintain high standards of professional, friendly and efficient service
• Ensure the team consistently follows Allpress coffee preparation standards
• Support staff to become “approachable experts” who build great customer relationships
• Create a welcoming environment where the café is always customer‑ready

Champion the Allpress brand

• Maintain the “working billboard” environment through quality, presentation and service
• Ensure every touch point reflects our brand values
• Collaborate on café menus that enhance our espresso offering
• Build strong supplier relationships to support quality and consistency
• Oversee rosters, labour planning and daily operational workflows
• Maintain accurate financial and sales reporting
• Manage costs in line with business expectations
• Oversee stock ordering, rotation and monthly stocktakes
• Ensure equipment is well‑maintained and used safely
• Delegate tasks effectively to support team development and efficiency

Ensure safety, compliance & hygiene

• Maintain a clean, organised and food‑safe environment
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food hygiene standards
• Support a positive, safe, team‑focused workplace

About you

You’re a natural leader who loves people, coffee and creating memorable customer experiences. You’re hands‑on, organised and proactive — someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and knows how to bring a team together to deliver exceptional service.

You’ll bring:

• Experience leading a café or hospitality team
• Strong barista skills and passion for specialty coffee
• A warm, customer‑focused approach with excellent communication
• Confidence in managing operations, rosters, stock and financial performance
• High attention to detail and pride in maintaining a polished café environment
• A collaborative and solutions‑focused mindset

Working at Allpress

In addition to great company culture, we offer:

• Unlimited coffee at work + weekly beans to take home
• A confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career development within a global brand
• A supportive, people‑focused team environment

Diversity & Inclusion

At Allpress we are committed to building an inclusive organisation where everyone feels valued, respected and engaged. We aim to remove barriers, reduce bias, and foster a culture where people bring their whole selves to work.

Apply now

If this sounds like the role for you, please send us your CV and a personalised cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for the role and why you’d love to join the Allpress team.

Your application will include the following questions

• How many years' experience do you have as a Cafe Manager?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have experience training & managing kitchen staff?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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