Cafe Manager

Activus Recruitment; Kirkton of Durris; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an ambitious Café Manager for a popular café located just outside Banchory. This role involves leading and developing the café team, managing daily operations, and driving business growth while ensuring an exceptional customer experience. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in café management. A competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000 is offered, along with opportunities for autonomy and professional growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

High level of autonomy

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in café, hospitality, or restaurant management.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Experience in growing sales or developing a hospitality business.
• Full UK driving licence required due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the café team.
• Oversee daily café operations and ensure excellent customer service.
• Drive business growth and increase footfall.
• Prepare for and manage busy event weekends.

Skills

Café management

Leadership

Organisational skills

Sales growth

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Café Manager - Exciting Opportunity to Lead & Grow the Business

Location: Just outside Banchory

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (or DOE)

Hours: Full-time

Start: ASAP

Activus Recruitment is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for an ambitious Café Manager to lead, run, and develop their on-site café located on a busy livery and events venue just outside Banchory.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong management experience, commercial drive, and a passion for delivering great customer experiences—while also growing a thriving café business.

About the Role

The café operates 7 days a week, serving breakfast and lunch daily, and providing three meals a day during event weekends, when footfall and demand increase significantly.

You will have a high level of autonomy and will be trusted to manage and improve the business day-to-day. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing the café team
• Creating and organising staff rotas
• Overseeing daily café operations
• Ensuring excellent customer service and smooth service flow
• Driving business growth and increasing footfall
• Managing stock, ordering, and suppliers
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and presentation
• Supporting menu planning and improvements
• Preparing for and managing busy event weekends

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in café, hospitality, or restaurant management
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• A proactive, commercially minded individual with drive and ambition
• Experience in growing sales or developing a hospitality business
• Ability to work independently and make confident decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for delivering high standards and memorable customer experiences
• Full UK driving licence (essential due to rural location)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000, or depending on experience
• A high level of autonomy to shape and grow the business
• Opportunity to lead a popular café within a dynamic and busy venue
• Supportive working environment with scope to implement your own ideas

If you're ready to take ownership of a café and push it to the next level, we'd love to hear from you