Manager event organiser

Café Irresistiblue is looking for a charismatic leader to manage the day to day running of our orchard café and attract, plan and coordinate customer events. 5 days, preferably Thursday to Monday, but including at least 1 weekend day 8.30am to 4.30pm some evenings Experience All FOH duties: greet and seat; till/payment operations; barista skills; bar/cocktail knowledge; kitchen pass control; table service. Staff management and training. POS and booking system changing/updating. Event/function organising and managing. Duty Manager or able to obtain Managerial Duties • Leadership and team management: train, motivate, mentor and foster a positive team culture • Customer service excellence: friendly, patient, proactive, ensure customer satisfaction and able to handle customer queries and complaints effectively • High standards of cleanliness, food quality and presentation • Operational adaptability: ability to multitask in a fast paced environment, solve problems quickly (equipment failure, rushes or staff shortage) • Communication skills: clear, consistent communication with staff regarding expectations, with guests, owners and suppliers • Financial acumen and organisation: manage inventory, budgeting, cost control, cash handling, numeracy, pos/till programming, booking system Event Management • meticulous attention to detail • financial acumen for budgeting • ensure events are profitable • calm under pressure • handle multiple tasks • negotiating skills • adaptable – find solutions to problems • creative solutions to design or challenges • resourcefulness – maximize available resources for the best outcome • plan – execute – meet objectives We offer a great working environment, a happy, skilled team and competitive hourly rate. Interested? Email through your CV and any other relevant information to employment@monavaleblueberries.co.nz