Assistant Cafe Manager

Job no: 496393
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Airport
Categories: Various categories

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Love café culture? Time to help lead it! 

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!


The Role:

Located in International Departures, Hills Bar & Kitchen brings the best of the Adelaide Hills straight to Adelaide Airport! Think flaky Market Street Bakery pastries, gourmet sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas topped with premium local produce, and bar snacks that hit the spot — all perfectly paired with a Cirelli Coffee, a crisp tap beer, a glass of South Australian wine, or a splash of local craft spirit!

We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Full-Time Assistant Store Manager to join our food & beverage team at Adelaide Airport. If you love being hands-on, thrive in a busy café environment, and want to lead a great team – this is the opportunity for you.

*The store operates at the airport 5:00am to 10:30pm

*A mixture of morning shifts (5:00-13:00) and couple of night shifts (13:00-21:30 or 15:30-23:00)

What You’ll Do:
✅ Be a go-to leader – support your team to deliver excellent service
✅ Bring energy to every shift and create a great team vibe
✅ Ensure food & beverage standards are on point – quality, speed, and presentation
✅ Support stock management, hygiene, and compliance processes
✅ Train, coach, and motivate team members
✅ Maintain a positive, people-first culture


What We’re Looking For:
✅ Previous experience leading in hospitality, food retail, or cafes
✅ Understanding of food safety, hygiene and compliance practices (Food Handlers Certificate)
✅ RSA Certificate
✅ Well-groomed & professionally presented 
✅ Strong communication and people skills
✅ Flexible availability (early mornings, nights, weekends & holidays)
✅ Valid working rights & ability to obtain an Aviation Security ID Card


Perks & Benefits:

🚗 Parking – Based on location we offer free/subsidised airport parking for our employees
✈️ Dynamic Airport Environment – Work where no two days are the same
🛍️ Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
🚀 Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
👨‍👩‍👧 Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
🎁 Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
💆‍♀️ Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
🤝 Employee Assistance Program - Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it


We Value Diversity & Inclusion

At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence. 

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.


📢 APPLY NOW and let’s make travel retail magic together!

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