Are you looking for a Monday to Friday hospitality role? Join a certified non-profit and make a real difference! Lead a team in an organisation that values a positive work culture! The Wise Foundation and ARUP are collaborating to open a new café, internally located within Arup's new office space in Brisbane CBD. Set to commence in early January 2025, we are seeking an experienced Café Manager to help lead our team. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
We are searching for someone who will champion our core values and take ownership of this exciting opportunity.
The Wise Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping marginalised Australians from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds gain employment and skills in hospitality through our Wise Hospitality Training Program. Our sister café, The Gardens Club, located in Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, is also a certified social enterprise running this program.
ARUP is a global collective of designers, engineers and technical experts. We use imagination, technology and rigour to shape a more sustainable world. Since 1946, ARUP has paired design and engineering ambition with social purpose. ARUP's founder, Ove Arup, believed that work was only valuable when it had something higher to strive for. We continue to embody that idea – that our work is truly profitable when it shapes a better world.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the café teamDeliver exceptional customer service to ARUP employees and external visitorsOversee stock control and orderingManage staff rosteringTrain all staff and deliver the Wise Hospitality Training ProgramMaintain the highest coffee and barista standardsManage daily operations of the café and complete other related tasks as assignedWhat We're Looking ForMinimum 2 years of barista experienceMinimum 1 year of experience supervising or leading a teamFriendly, outgoing personality with a genuine love for hospitalityImpeccable presentation and communication skillsStrong ability to train and develop your teamCapacity to build strong, lasting relationships with your team and key stakeholdersCustomer-first mentalityStrong attention to detailAdded BenefitsMonday to Friday roster, promoting a real work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and ongoing training50% discount at our sister café, The Gardens ClubWork for a non-profit and make a genuine impact in the communityCentral CBD location with easy access to public transportThis is an incredible opportunity for a hospitality professional with a passion for coffee and customer service to step up and be part of an organisation that puts people first and gives back to the community.
We are looking for someone to join us starting in early January 2025 to assist with training and onboarding. If this sounds like you, please apply—we can't wait to meet you!
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