Cafe Manager - Asda

Chartwells Independent; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways & MyLearning

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Travel discounts with major providers

Cinema discounts

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is hiring an experienced Cafe Manager to lead a busy cafe operation with passion for great food and outstanding customer service. You will motivate and manage our team to deliver high standards, while maintaining KPI targets and budgets in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career progression within one of the UK's biggest hospitality employers.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a cafe or similar operation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Bringing financial awareness and KPI focus to the role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food to the highest standards.
• Lead and develop culinary and catering teams to deliver excellent customer service.
• Oversee operations, budgeting, weekly returns, and action plans.
• Monitor KPIs with line manager and drive improvements.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and uphold brand image.
• Train and empower teams to excel in their roles.
• Implement and maintain Health & Safety standards across teams.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Financial acumen

Fast-paced environment

Education

Basic Food Hygiene 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 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.

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 is not limited to:

• 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

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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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!