Assistant Cafe Manager

Paint Red; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent garden centre in Norwich is seeking an Assistant Manager for its Restaurant and Cafe. This hands-on role involves overseeing daily operations, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Candidates should have strong catering management experience and a passion for fresh, locally sourced produce. Join a growing business known for high-quality hospitality and a commitment to service excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering management within a retail context.
• Ability to manage high-volume kitchen operations effectively.
• Strong skills in stock and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a 90-seater restaurant and outdoor cafe.
• Lead and motivate a team of dedicated staff.
• Ensure excellent customer service and fresh, locally sourced food.

Skills

Catering management experience

Running a high-volume kitchen

Stock control

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Restaurant and Coffee Shop Assistant Manager required for a Garden Centrenear Salhouse.

Our client is the 7th largest Garden Centre group in the UK and represents a new wave of specialist leisure retailers who are committed to offering high quality hospitality and service as a matter of course.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Manager for their Restaurant & Cafe at an established garden centre near Salhouse, Norfolk.

As Restaurant & Cafe Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of 90 seater restaurant and outdoor cafe area. This role requires an individual, who is 'hands on' both in the kitchen and front of house, appreciates the importance of excellent customer service and can lead and motivate a dedicated team of loyal staff. A passion for working with fresh and locally sourced produceis essential.

Key Skills

• Previous catering management experience within a retail environment
• Experience working in and running a high-volume kitchen
• The ability to control stock, profit & costs, budgets, and wastage
• Excellent people, organisation, and communication skills.

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