Bar & Cafe Supervisor: Soho Theatre Walthamstow

UK Theatre Association; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theatre operator in London seeks a dedicated Bar and Cafe Support staff member to oversee cafe and bar operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensure compliance with licensing conditions, and maintain high customer service standards. Regular weekend availability is crucial. This role offers a vibrant work environment in a newly opened venue.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bar or cafe management is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support Bar Management in overseeing operations.
• Ensure smooth service and manage bar staff.
• Promote financial targets and comply with licensing conditions.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Job description

This is a hugely exciting opportunity to be a key part of the team at the recently opened Soho Theatre Walthamstow. You will be integral in supporting a successful bar and cafe operation in this beautiful Grade II listed building.

Our foyer café is open between 9am and 6pm Monday to Saturday, with up to three bars operating for our shows and events, and outside of shows until 2am on a Friday and Saturday. The working pattern will vary depending on the operational needs of the building and programme, with 35 hours being allocated across 5 days between Monday and Sunday. Regular weekend availability is a crucial aspect of the role.

The role will be focused around supporting the Bar Management team in overseeing the operation of our bars and cafe. This includes fulfilling operational needs to support the successful running of shifts, promoting financial targets and complying with licensing conditions. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth service, managing stock, leading a team of bar staff and maintaining high standards of customer service.

We're looking for someone who is a great communicator, who is confident in multi-tasking and prioritising, wants to manage a team and enjoys working in a busy environment.