Cafe Manager

Compass Group PLC; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major catering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Cafe Manager who is passionate about food and customer service. Responsibilities include managing culinary teams, ensuring high food standards, and overseeing business operations. Candidates should have management experience and a Basic Food Hygiene certificate. This position offers the chance to progress in a company that values its employees.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a similar role is essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are needed.
• Passion for great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated financial acumen is required.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Manage culinary and catering teams for impeccable service.
• Oversee catering operations and monitor budgets.
• Regularly communicate with line manager about KPIs.
• Represent the company and maintain a positive brand image.
• Train teams to enable everyone to excel.
• Implement Health & Safety standards for compliance.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Financial acumen

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

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 for a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 40 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. Could you shine as a major High Street brand's next Cafe Manager?

Here's what you need to know before applying to be a Cafe Manager with Compass Group UK&I:

Shift patterns: Variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Managing culinary and catering teams to ensure 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 enable everyone to excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

Qualifications

• 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