Cafe Restaurant Manager

6 days ago

Collingwood VIC, Australia Cibi - CIBI Group Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Cibi - CIBI group

Lead the FOH & Barista team at CIBI - a cafe restaurant, coffee bar, grocery store, and design store with 17 years in the community. A unique chance to grow your career in a visionary environment with daytime hours (no late nights).

  • Work Life Balance – Enjoy daytime workihours (no late nights) while taking a big step forward in your hospitality career.
  • Leadership with Impact – Lead and mentor a passionate team, working alongside CIBI's managers in Melbourne and Tokyo.
  • Visionary Environment – Be part of a creative, community-driven business that celebrates food, design, and culture.

CIBI Melbourne – Cafe Restaurant Manager

Location: Collingwood, VIC | Full-Time

CIBI is a unique space – café restaurant, coffee bar, grocer, design store, and lifestyle hub. For 17 years, the CIBI story has been about connecting people, good food, and creativity.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and talented FOH professional to take the next step in their career while enjoying a healthy work/life balance with daytime working hours. No late nights – just a chance to work in a professional, visionary, and community-driven environment.

About the role:

As Cafe Restaurant Manager, you'll lead our team, elevate service standards, and collaborate across FOH, Kitchen, Retail, and Marketing in Melbourne and Tokyo. Working closely with the GM, Kitchen Manager, Retail Manager, and Creative Director, you'll play a key role in shaping CIBI's future.

What we're looking for:

  • 1.5+ years leadership experience in hospitality
  • Strong people management skills (teams of 5+)
  • Thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments
  • Passion for team development and outstanding service
  • Operational skills: rostering, financial oversight
  • Curiosity for Japanese food & culture (a bonus)

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop FOH & barista team
  • Ensure smooth operations and excellent guest experience
  • Oversee recruitment, training, and performance reviews
  • Manage sales, wages, and COGS
  • Drive engagement, culture, and compliance

Employment: Full-Time Annual Salary

Working hours: Daytime (weekends preferred)

Apply by sending your CV + cover letter

Please include:

  • Your motivation & interest in CIBI
  • Why you'd like to join the team
  • Your visa status (if applicable)

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