Cafe Manager: Lead World‑Class Food & Service (40h)

Compass Group; Barking; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in the UK seeks a Cafe Manager in Barking. This full-time role involves overseeing culinary operations, ensuring impeccable food and customer service standards, and managing teams effectively. Ideal candidates will have management experience, be passionate about food, possess strong communication and financial skills, and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career development within a major UK business.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Recognition for exceeding expectations

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for great-tasting food and customer service.
• Demonstrated financial acumen.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Must hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Manage culinary and catering teams for impeccable service.
• Oversee catering operations, monitor budgets, and implement plans.
• Communicate with line manager to monitor KPIs.
• Represent Compass Group and maintain a positive brand image.
• Support and train teams, leading by example.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Management experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Passionate about food

Exceptional customer service

Financial acumen

Comfortable in fast-paced environment

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

A leading food service provider in the UK seeks a Cafe Manager in Barking. This full-time role involves overseeing culinary operations, ensuring impeccable food and customer service standards, and managing teams effectively. Ideal candidates will have management experience, be passionate about food, possess strong communication and financial skills, and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career development within a major UK business.