Assistant Cafe Manager

WHSmith

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Gold Coast - Australia

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 06-11-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join our team at Doctors Orders located in Gold Coast University Hospital as an Assistant Café Manager/Lead Barista!

  • Advance your leadership skills!
  • Opportunity for progression and development
  • Full time role available

About Food by WHSmith

Our Food by WHSmith cafes are located in some of Australias largest hospitals offering a fast-paced and vibrant work environment for team members who thrive in a collaborative setting. We are driven by our core values: Value our People Drive for Results Customer Focus & Accountability.

We believe in making a positive impact not only within our teams but also in our local communities by delivering exceptional service in hospitality. Were looking for team players who are eager to contribute to a positive and supportive workplace so if these values align with yours and you share our passion for delivering exceptional customer service we would love to hear from you!

What Youll Be Doing

As the Assistant Café Manager youll thrive in a fast-paced environment where multitasking and delivering exceptional customer service are key. Youll be responsible for serving customers efficiently managing transactions through our POS system and maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace in line with Fresh standards. Youll also assist in preparing a variety of food and beverages.

Your role will include a mix of hands-on service and operational support including:

  • Overseeing both café sites
  • Supporting the Café Manager with daily operations such as:
    • Banking and cash handling
    • Processing invoices
    • Placing orders and managing inventory
    • Conducting stocktakes
  • Responding to customer enquiries and resolving issues
  • Leading by example and motivating the team

The Successful Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

  • 3 years of hospitality experience
  • Strong knowledge of general café operations in a fast-paced environment
  • Catering experience is preferred but not essential
  • Experience in a supervisory position is also desirable
  • Strong barista skills are absolutely essential
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional time management skills and reliability
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Unrestricted working rights

Whats In It For You

  • Fun inclusive and supportive team culture.
  • Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Opportunity to grow and develop hospitality skills!
  • Generous employee discounts across a range of our products and retail partners!
  • Be part of a local cafe that values quality and community.

Were not just here for our customers journeys - we want to make every career journey better too! Apply now!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment. We recognise the importance of equity in all that we do as well as promoting a culture of inclusion through our policies procedures and working practices. If you have any support requirements we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process.

*Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.


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Join our team at Doctors Orders located in Gold Coast University Hospital as an Assistant Café Manager/Lead Barista!Advance your leadership skills!Opportunity for progression and developmentFull time role availableAbout Food by WHSmithOur Food by WHSmith cafes are located in some of Australias large...
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Key Skills

  • Restaurant Experience
  • Fashion Retail
  • Hospitality Experience
  • Assistant Manager Experience
  • Basic Math
  • Management Experience
  • Math
  • Business Management
  • Leadership Experience
  • Supervising Experience
  • Restaurant Management
  • Retail Management

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WHSmith Australia. Our goal is to be the leading retailer in convenience, books and news for the world's travelling customer.

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