Café Manager

Ibis Styles Paignton; Paignton; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant café within a leading hotel as a Café Manager, where you will lead daily operations and create memorable guest experiences. This role emphasizes a passion for coffee and strong leadership to maintain high service standards, all while benefiting from a competitive salary and excellent company perks.

Benefits

Discounted hotel room rates

Additional day's leave for your birthday

Enhanced Family Leave

Course Sponsorship

Flexible working arrangements

Life Insurance

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in a café, coffee shop, or fast-casual environment.
• Team leadership or supervisory exposure.
• Basic understanding of stock and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily café operations, ensuring excellent service standards.
• Lead barista work, stock rotation, and guest service.
• Train and support team members to develop their skills.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Leadership

Job description

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JOIN US

At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

Are you passionate about coffee, coastlines, and creating memorable guest experiences?

Deller’s Beach Café, a vibrant and stylish café nestled within the ibis Styles Paignton, is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Café Manager to lead its day-to-day operations.

This is not your average café. Think beachy vibes, paddleboards at the door, smoothies at sunrise, and waffles all day—with the buzz of the English Riviera right outside.

OUR BENEFITS

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people:

Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family

An additional day's leave for your birthday

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Shared Parental Leave

Course Sponsorship

Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)

Flexible working arrangements

Wagestream – choose how and when you get paid

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Social and wellness events and activities all year round

Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year

Salary of £28,500 with a 40 hour working week contract

And much much more!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DELLER’S MANAGER AT OUR HOTEL

What you’ll be doing...

Take full ownership of the daily operation of Deller’s Café, ensuring fast, friendly, and consistent service in a relaxed, coffee-focused environment

Lead by example in all areas of the café, from front-of-house barista work to stock rotation, merchandising and guest service

Work closely with the hotel’s F&B team, who will support during busy periods and cover.

Deliver excellent product knowledge and barista standards across hot and cold drinks, bakery items, grab & go and seasonal specials

Manage day-to-day operations including rota planning, stock control, ordering, waste reduction, and daily cash procedures

Maintain all health, safety, hygiene and allergen standards, with a sharp eye for detail and a proactive approach to compliance

Support the development of team members through hands-on training, positive encouragement, and coaching moments

Be the face of the Deller’s brand—building local relationships, supporting marketing initiatives, and helping grow a loyal customer base

What we need from you:

Previous experience in a café, coffee shop or fast-casual environment, ideally with some team leadership or supervisory exposure

A passion for coffee culture and a genuine interest in creating great guest experiences

Confidence in multitasking and taking initiative in a fast-paced, standalone operation

Strong communication and organisational skills, with an eye for detail and a focus on consistency

Ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends and busy seasonal days

Basic understanding of stock and cost control, labour planning and daily cash handling procedures

A warm and approachable personality with a calm and confident leadership style

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us.