Restaurant Manager / Barista (Goulburn)

Are you a passionate hospitality professional with a love for great coffee and exceptional guest experiences? We are seeking an experienced and driven Restaurant Manager to lead our cafe team and take our operations to the next level.

Position Details

Position Title: Restaurant Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Award Wage
- as per the Restaurant Industry Award, paid in full compliance with the Fair Work Act

Superannuation: Paid in accordance with the Australian Superannuation Guarantee

Meal Benefits: Complimentary meals provided during shifts

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all daily cafe and restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery

Lead, train, mentor, and manage front-of-house and kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards

Prepare and serve specialty espresso-based beverages to a high barista standard; maintain coffee quality consistency

Manage inventory, ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships to minimise waste and control costs

Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene regulations, and Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S;) standards

Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally to maintain guest satisfaction

Monitor financial performance, including budgets, revenue targets, labour costs, and reporting

Maintain and upkeep all coffee equipment, including routine cleaning and minor maintenance

Foster a positive team culture aligned with the cafe's brand values and service philosophy

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 2-3 years of proven experience in a Restaurant Manager, Cafe Manager, or Senior Hospitality Management role

Highly skilled barista with solid expertise in espresso preparation, milk texturing, latte art, and coffee brewing methods

Deep passion for specialty coffee, food culture, and delivering outstanding guest experiences

Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to build and motivate a team

Solid understanding of food safety standards and current Australian hospitality regulations

Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems and cafe management software

Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and public holidays as required

Relevant hospitality qualifications (Certificate III/IV in Hospitality or equivalent) highly regarded

Current Food Handler/Food Safety Supervisor Certificate is desirable

What We Offer

Competitive full award wage paid in full compliance with the Restaurant Industry Award

Superannuation contributions in accordance with Australian law

Complimentary meals during your shift

A supportive, inclusive, and passionate team environment

Opportunities for career growth and professional development

A dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of a thriving cafe

Visa Sponsorship Available

If you hold a valid skills assessment for ANZSCO 141111
- Cafe or Restaurant Manager and are currently in Australia seeking employer sponsorship, we may consider sponsoring a suitable candidate for a Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional) visa. Please note that we are not considering applicants from overseas at this time. Only candidates already located in Australia will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3q40c5