Cafe Supervisor

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Cafe Supervisor to deliver exceptional service and expertly crafted beverages in a university setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Previous customer service experience and excellent communication skills are essential. This role offers full-time hours with opportunities for career advancement and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

We\\'re currently recruiting a driven Cafe Supervisor to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Universities on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You\\'ll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here\\'s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

Here\\'s what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Maintaining stock of clean mugs and plates
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation techniques
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Representing Universities and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Cafe Supervisor will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have previous experience in customer service
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges and universities across the UK.

Job Reference: com/2807/43152001/52752696/BU #Universities

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!