Cafe Manager

Compass Group UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Onsite parking

Subsidised gym membership

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking an experienced Cafe Manager in Birmingham to lead a catering team on a part-time basis (32 hours per week). You will drive exceptional food quality and customer service, with opportunities for career progression within a company that values its people and recognises outstanding performance.

The role emphasizes team leadership, KPI monitoring, and maintaining high standards across operations.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a cafe/food service.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent financial acumen.
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Lead culinary and catering teams to deliver exceptional service.
• Oversee operations including weekly business returns, monitoring budgets and implementing action plans.
• Communicate regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
• Train and support teams, leading from the front.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards across teams.

Skills

Management experience

Communication

Financial acumen

Health & Safety certificate

Job description

We're recruiting an experienced Cafe Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently motivate our team to be the best they can possibly be on a part time time basis, contracted to 32 hours per week.

As a Cafe Manager, you will have the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business, helping us deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Managing our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Overseeing the catering operations, including completing weekly business returns, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.

Our ideal Cafe Manager will:

• Have previous management experience in a similar role
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work,which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but isnot limited to:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!