• Little Mountain (Sunshine Coast) location
• Job Security – Permanent Full-Time role
• Salary Packaging & 5 Weeks Annual Leave

Café & Events Coordinator
Little Mountain | Full Time

Do you love creating welcoming spaces, great coffee, and memorable events?

In this unique role, you’ll lead the day-to-day operations of our café while also planning and delivering engaging events that bring residents, families, staff and the wider community together. From morning coffees to poolside gatherings and community events, you’ll help create an environment where connection, wellbeing and hospitality thrive.

About the Role

As the Café & Events Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for the smooth operation of the One Table café and the delivery of events that encourage social connection and engagement across the campus. You’ll lead a small team, build strong community partnerships, and ensure every interaction reflects warmth, professionalism and outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the café including food preparation, stock control, cash handling and compliance with food safety standards
• Deliver exceptional café hospitality and customer service to residents, families and visitors
• Plan, coordinate and deliver engaging events across the campus to encourage community participation and generate revenue
• Lead, support and coordinate staff, volunteers and students within your area
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners to support successful events and promote the café
• Monitor café and event performance, including financials and engagement outcomes
• Promote café offerings and upcoming events through signage, communications and digital channels
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, safety standards and reporting requirements

About You

You’re a natural host who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing people together. You’re just as comfortable making great coffee as you are planning a successful event.

You will bring:

• 3+ years’ experience managing a café, restaurant or hospitality venue
• Barista experience and a passion for great customer service
• Experience coordinating or delivering events
• Strong financial and operational management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Confidence leading teams, volunteers and students
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Importantly, you will align with our values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence & Courage. 

Essential Requirements

• Barista certification or equivalent experience
• Food Safety & Quality Management certification
• Current driver’s licence
• National Police Check (or ability to obtain)

Why Join Us?

With over 140 years of service, Churches of Christ supports communities across Queensland and Victoria through aged care, housing, and family services. Little Mountain Aged Care offers a friendly, supportive environment where residents feel at home. 

Employee Benefits 

As part of our team, you will enjoy: 

• Salary packaging up to $18,549 p.a. tax free ($15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment) 

• Generous annual leave provisions 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture 

• Access to a range of retail discounts 

Click Apply to submit your application. 

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 
Applications will be assessed as received.