Welcome to LaManna, where flavours, aromas, and memorable moments come together to ignite joy within you. As a proud leader in the retail food industry, we believe food is more than just sustenance — it’s a celebration of culture, tradition, and innovation, all waiting to be discovered. We’re your guides to life’s culinary pleasures, embracing “the good things in life.”

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and hands-on Casual Supervisor to join our Patisserie Front of House team at LaManna, Essendon Fields.
In this role, you’ll help lead the day-to-day operations of our bustling patisserie — ensuring our beautiful range of cakes and desserts are presented with care, while delivering an exceptional customer experience every time.

If you love people, have an eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced, food-filled environment, this is your chance to be part of something special.

Operational Support

• Assist with daily operations, including opening and closing procedures

• Oversee product presentation, ensuring displays remain full, clean, and visually stunning

• Manage stock rotation, markdowns, and quality control

Team Leadership

• Support and guide front-of-house team members throughout service

• Help train and develop new staff to deliver LaManna’s high service standards

• Lead by example, fostering teamwork and positive energy

Customer Experience

• Provide warm, professional service and assist with customer enquiries

• Operate registers and handle cash/eftpos transactions confidently

• Step in where needed to maintain smooth, efficient service

Compliance & Standards

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in line with Food Safety and OHS guidelines

• Ensure all team members follow company procedures and standards

• Previous experience in a similar supervisory or senior front-of-house role (preferred)

• Experience in a café, bakery, or patisserie environment is highly regarded

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Excellent presentation and attention to detail

• A positive, can-do attitude and genuine love for food and people

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and peak trading periods

We’re committed to looking after our people — the same way we care for our customers.
When you join LaManna, you’ll enjoy:

• Free fresh meals, snacks and beverages during your shift

• Staff discount card for you and your immediate family

• Free gym membership through our friends at Fitness Addix

• Mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program

• A friendly, supportive workplace where you can grow and take pride in what you do

If you’re passionate about creating beautiful experiences, leading a team, and sharing your love of great food, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and join our Patisserie team at LaManna — where every day is a little bit sweeter.