Assistant Manager

Urban Baristas; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialty coffee chain in Greater London is seeking an experienced Part-Time Assistant Manager to enhance customer experiences and maintain high-quality coffee standards. The role involves supporting daily cafe operations, leading service during busy periods, and mentoring team members. Ideal candidates have barista experience, strong latte art skills, and a passion for coffee culture. Flexible part-time hours are offered in a supportive café environment.

Benefits

Part-time hours with flexibility

Supportive café environment

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience is essential, ideally in a specialty or high-volume café.
• Strong latte art skills and solid knowledge of espresso-based coffee.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high‑quality specialty coffee and matcha beverages.
• Support the Café Managers with day‑to‑day operations.
• Lead service during busy periods to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Barista experience

Latte art skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Passion for coffee

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and coffee-driven Part‑Time Assistant Manager to join our Wandsworth Town Urban Baristas team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about specialty coffee and customer experience and can lead by example on the floor. You will support the daily running of the café while delivering exceptional barista standards and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high‑quality specialty coffee and matcha beverages, maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Deliver strong latte art and uphold Urban Baristas’ beverage quality standards.
• Support the Café Managers with day‑to‑day operations, including opening/closing procedures and shift supervision.
• Lead service during busy periods, ensuring efficiency without compromising quality or the customer experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the coffee bar, seating areas, and equipment.
• Arrange and manage food displays, ensuring products are fresh, appealing, and rotated correctly.
• Provide warm, professional customer service and handle customer enquiries or issues confidently.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are consistently met.
• Support and mentor team members, fostering a positive and professional café culture.

Skills & Experience

• Previous barista experience is essential, ideally in a specialty or high‑volume café.
• Strong latte art skills and solid knowledge of espresso‑based coffee.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively in a busy urban café environment.
• Working knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close‑knit team.
• A passion for coffee culture and continuous learning.

What We Offer

• Part‑time hours with flexibility.
• A supportive, energetic urban café environment.
• Opportunities to develop leadership and specialty coffee skills.
• An environment that values quality, teamwork, and community.

Experience: Required

Employment: Part‑time

Salary: £13.5 – £14.5 hourly

Starting time: Immediate start!

About Urban Baristas: Australian‑style specialty coffee in London.

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