Cafe Manager

Equals One Ltd; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Equals One Ltd is seeking a Relief Manager to lead a busy café shop across Yorkshire and Lancashire. The role is full-time, 4–5 days per week, with hours aligned to shop opening times, and a starting salary around £27,500 OTE.

You will oversee daily operations, train and manage a small team, ensure high standards of service and cleanliness, and handle cash and stock management. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a café, bakery, or retail food setting.
• Confidence managing and motivating a small team.
• Calm, organised approach with attention to detail.
• Passion for great customer service and good food.
• Food hygiene knowledge or willingness to train.
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Excellent customer service
• Managing and motivating the shop team
• Overseeing food hygiene, health & safety, and shop standards
• Preparing and serving food and drinks
• Supporting with clearing tables and keeping the café spotless
• Handling cashing up and banking
• Managing stock levels, ordering, and deliveries
• Ensuring every customer leaves happy

Skills

Cafe experience

Team leadership

Customer service

Job description

Cafe Manager

Full-time: 4-5 out of 7 days (various hours based on shop opening times)

Salary: OTE CIRCA £27,500, depending on hours worked

Location: Shops in Yorkshire and Lancashire -Full Clean UK Driving Licence essential

Are you a people person who thrives in a busy, friendly environment? Do you love great coffee, good food, and being part of a team that takes real pride in what they do?

We are looking for a Relief Manager to take the lead at our shops and provided cover for Manager absences.

About Us

Our characterful shops, are a place where locals and visitors alike pop in for a friendly chat, a hearty lunch, or something sweet from the counter.It's a lively, hands-on environment where no two days are ever the same.

From our bakery roots,we've grown to include our own coffee shops and bakeries where customers can enjoy our products fresh, in a warm and welcoming setting.

About the Role

As Relief Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the shop you are covering and leading a small, dedicated team.You'll make sure customers always receive excellent service, the food and drinks are prepared to a high standard, and the shop is a clean, welcoming place to be.

Your duties will include:

• Excellent customer service
• Managing and motivating the shop team
• Overseeing food hygiene, health & safety, and shop standards
• Preparing and serving food and drinks
• Supporting with clearing tables and keeping the café spotless
• Handling cashing up and banking
• Managing stock levels, ordering, and deliveries
• Ensuring every customer leaves happy

About you

You will be someone who naturally takes charge but also leads by example.You'll be comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in all aspects of the café from making sandwiches to chatting with regulars.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in a café, bakery, or retail food setting
• Confidence managing and motivating a small team
• A calm, organised approach and great attention to detail
• A passion for great customer service and good food
• Food hygiene knowledge or qualifications (or willingness to train)
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and wants to help shape a busy, much-loved local shop.