Store Manager - Drip Bar (Full Time) (Carlton)

**Store Manager
- Drip Bar (Full-Time, Monday to Friday)**

**Location: Training at South Morang, then stationed at Lygon Branch**

**Drip Bar** is a rapidly growing brand specializing in **acai, smoothies, crepes, and more**. We are seeking a **highly experienced and motivated Store Manager** to lead our **Lygon Street location**, taking full ownership of store operations, staff management, and business performance.

**About the Role**: This is a **full-time** position, **Monday to Friday, 10 AM
- 6 PM**. While the primary work schedule is weekday-based, the **Store Manager may need to cover occasional weekend shifts** if there is insufficient staff availability.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Oversee full store operations** to ensure efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
- **Manage staff rostering, availability, and shift coverage**, including stepping in when necessary.
- **Drive KPIs** to maintain high service standards and sales performance.
- **Train, develop, and lead a high-performing team**, fostering a positive workplace culture.
- **Handle escalated customer service issues** with professionalism and problem-solving skills.
- Maintain **stock control, quality assurance, and compliance with food safety regulations**.

**What We’re Looking For**: **Minimum of 3+ years in a management or senior supervisory role** within the hospitality industry. **Strong barista experience
- coffee-making skills are a must!** **Proven leadership experience**, including team motivation and performance management. **A structured and proactive approach to store operations.** **Full availability Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend coverage if required.** **Must have a valid driver’s license and own vehicle.** **Looking for long-term stability and growth opportunities.**

**Pay Structure & Career Progression**:

- **Training Period (First 6 Months)**: Paid at the **minimum award rate of $28.87 per hour** (as per the **Restaurant Industry Award [MA000119]**).
- **After 6 Months**: Hourly rate increases to **$30 per hour**.
- **After 1 Year**: Pay rate will be **reviewed for further increase** based on performance and contribution to the business.

**Why Join Drip Bar?**

✔ **Career Progression**: Be part of a growing brand with expansion opportunities. ✔ **Work-Life Balance**: Primarily weekday hours, with **occasional weekend coverage only when required**. ✔ **Competitive Salary Growth**: Structured pay increases and performance reviews. ✔ **Autonomy & Leadership**: Take full ownership of a store and drive success.

Pay: $57,047.12
- $58,163.56 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Fixed shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Public holidays

Application Question(s):

- Perminant Australia Resident (No Limitiation on hours)

**Experience**:

- Management supervisory role within the hospitality industry: 3 years (required)
- Cafe Barista: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 28/03/2025 Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3q2u5n