Are you a passionate and experienced General Manager with a love for coffee and a strong leadership drive? Surfing Lizard Café in COOGEE is looking for a hands-on General Manager to replace the owner for daily operations, and to keep our café running smoothly while growing with our dynamic team.
What we need from you:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in coffee and café management ( We will test your coffee skills at the interview)
- Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment while leading by example
- Willingness to get your hands dirty and work side-by-side with the team—no task is too small
- Staff management experience, including managing kitchen staff and front-of-house team
- Great customer service skills with a positive attitude
- Social Media Savvy—experience with platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook to boost engagement
- Must be adaptable and open to tweaking the current setup for improvement, though the basic operation is well-established
The Role:
- You’ll take over daily operations, managing the café as if it were your own
- Fully responsible for staffing including recruiting, training, and motivating kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Work closely with the owner to ensure smooth and efficient operations
- Manage all customer interactions with a focus on creating a great experience for everyone
Compensation & Benefits:
- 3 months trial at Casual Rate, Level 4 (Award rate)
- After trial, $90,000- per year for a full-time position after 6 months
- Potential for negotiating more benefits and bonuses as we grow together!
Why Surfing Lizard? Join a fun, friendly, and fast-paced environment where every day is different. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your role, manage a team, and really make a difference in the café’s success. We’re all about teamwork, so if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and be a big part of our future, we want to hear from you!
To Apply: Send us your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role and how you’d handle the daily operations of the café.
Email: booking.surfinglizard.coogee@gmail.com
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Cafe Manager?
- How many years of people management experience do you have?
- Do you have customer service experience?
- Which of the following types of coffee do you have experience preparing?
- Do you have experience preparing work rosters?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?