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The Role

We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neuro-diverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups

• Are you looking for a new purpose led role where you can use your skills as an Industry Lead in a social enterprise Cafe?

• Are you ready for a new challenge working within Project Youths Employment Education and Training team? 

• Are you passionate about breaking cycles of disadvantage by providing employment opportunities and training to young people?

In line with Project Youth’s strategy, the role will ensure all young people can thrive despite the disadvantages they may face. In line with Project Youth’s trauma informed Framework and our values of partnership, respect, innovation, integrity and quality, the role will provide leadership and support to our social enterprise cafe, CafeY. 

Project Youth, established over 30 years ago, is a non-Government, not for profit organisation based in South Eastern Sydney, providing support and assistance to young people who are homeless or facing disadvantage. 

Project Youth's vision is to create a future where all young people can thrive regardless of the disadvantage they face. To do this Project Youth provides trauma-informed support for young people aged 12-24 who have complex needs, are at risk, come from disadvantaged backgrounds and may not be able to fulfil their potential without additional support. 

Our work is in three main areas: 

1. Homelessness and Housing: Accommodating young people in crisis and supporting transition into independent living or returning to their family home 

2. Early Intervention: Intervening early to reduce and stop escalation of issues 

3. Education, Employment and Training: Providing pathways to employment and education 

The Industry Lead position will utilise their hospitality experience to lead on the strategy and operations of Project Youth’s social enterprise café, Café Y. 

The Lead will be responsible for reviewing the current position of the Café, and implementing new systems and strategies that will enhance, and diversify the existing business leading to an increase in revenue, whilst still providing meaningful employment opportunities for young people facing disadvantage. 

The role will also work within the Café providing excellent customer service, kitchen operations and coordinating all café staff roles, ensuring the Café operates to a high professional standard and within all Health and Safety requirements.

The Lead will also support the organisation in creating and maintaining community relationships, advocating for funding and support, and contribute to social media content. 

The Main Responsibilities

The Person

The Lead will be responsible for reviewing the current position of the Café, and implementing new systems and strategies that will enhance, and diversify the existing business leading to an increase in revenue, whilst still providing meaningful employment opportunities for young people facing disadvantage. 

The role will also work within the Café providing excellent customer service, kitchen operations and coordinating all café staff roles, ensuring the Café operates to a high professional standard and within all Health and Safety requirements.

The Lead will also support the organisation in creating and maintaining community relationships, advocating for funding and support, and contribute to social media content.