Hands-On Café General Manager — Lead, Grow Sales & Team

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving independent café in Chelsea is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead a talented team. You will manage P&L, oversee training, and drive sales while ensuring a high-quality guest experience. The ideal candidate has café management experience, a creative mindset, and a passion for great food and service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a beloved local venue.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a café or similar hospitality environment.
• Strong business and commercial mindset, confident with P&L and sales growth.
• A natural leader who inspires and develops their team.
• Creative, proactive, and full of ideas to enhance guest experience.
• Positive personality who’ll fit seamlessly into a friendly, long-standing team.
• Passion for great food, service, and community.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10+, manage P&L, and oversee training and development.
• Maximise sales and enhance the café’s strong reputation.
• Work closely with the owners on cafe operations.

Skills

General Manager experience

Business and commercial mindset

Leadership

Creativity

Positive personality

Passion for food and service

Job description

A thriving independent café in Chelsea is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead a talented team. You will manage P&L, oversee training, and drive sales while ensuring a high-quality guest experience. The ideal candidate has café management experience, a creative mindset, and a passion for great food and service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a beloved local venue.