European Deli Manager

7 hours ago

Miami Queensland, Australia 698edf2d-72a9-4aca-ab82-34ed7848954c Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

We're searching for an experienced European Deli Manager & Cook to lead the operations at Oxley Village Markets and Papa Lugi's. This role is perfect for someone who loves authentic European flavours, understands deli culture, and can confidently oversee a kitchen and front-of-house team with ownership and pride.

If you're passionate about great food and want the autonomy to shape a venue's direction, menu, and culture, this is your chance.


Your Responsibilities

Operational Management

  • Lead day-to-day operations across the deli, pizza kitchen, and service areas
  • Oversee, train, and motivate restaurant and deli staff
  • Manage rosters, workflow, quality standards, and customer experience
  • Handle stock control, ordering, supplier management, and cost management
  • Ensure smooth coordination between kitchen and service teams
  • Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene, and operational procedures
  • Uphold high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and organisation

Food & Product Responsibilities

  • Slice and prepare European deli meats, cheeses, and antipasti
  • Oversee pizza preparation, dough quality, toppings, and consistency
  • Contribute to menu planning, seasonal specials, and new product ideas
  • Ensure all food meets brand standards for taste, presentation, and quality
  • Support kitchen efficiency through planning, prep oversight, and quality control

What You Bring
  • Experience as a speciality manager, chef, cook, deli supervisor, or similar leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of European deli items and pizza operations
  • Confidence leading teams and running a busy venue
  • A proactive, organised, solutions-focused mindset
  • Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of the space
  • Excellent communication, time management, and decision-making skills
  • Passion for creating memorable customer experiences

Why Work With Us?
  • A leadership role with genuine autonomy and input
  • A chance to shape and grow a European-inspired food offering
  • Supportive owners who trust you to run the venue as your own
  • A modern, welcoming, community-focused environment
  • Creativity encouraged — your ideas help define our identity
  • Long-term stability and opportunities to grow with the business

Ready to take ownership?

If you're passionate, dedicated, and excited to run a deli and pizza operation like it's your own, we'd love to meet you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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