Cafe Assistant Manager

AWN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local café in Singapore is seeking a hands-on Café Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations and lead the team. The ideal candidate will ensure quality service, manage staff scheduling, and adhere to food safety regulations. With at least 3 years of experience in café management, strong leadership, and customer service skills are essential for success in this role. Applicants should be ready to work shifts and weekends, contributing to a vibrant café culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing a café or F&B outlet.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable multitasking.
• Hands-on attitude and willing to work shifts, weekends, and peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily café operations, responsible for front and back of house.
• Ensure consistent food quality, service standards, and overall guest experience.
• Plan staff schedules and manage manpower to control labour costs.
• Handle customer feedback professionally and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Food Hygiene Certification

Tools

Coffee and barista skills

Job description

We’re looking for a hands‑on Café Assistant Manager to run the daily operations of our neighbourhood café. You’ll lead the team, ensure smooth service, maintain food and quality standards, and help grow the business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the floor, working with people, and taking ownership of a small but busy outlet.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily café operations, responsible for front and back of house
• Ensure consistent food quality, service standards, and overall guest experience
• Plan staff schedules and manage manpower to control labour costs
• Recruit, train, and motivate team members to perform at their best
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and NEA regulations
• Monitor sales, costs, and inventory to support profitability
• Handle customer feedback professionally and resolve issues promptly
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and presentation of the café
• Work with management on promotions, improvements, and new initiatives
• Handle basic administrative duties such as reporting, ordering, and rostering

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing a café or F&B outlet
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable multitasking
• Hands‑on attitude and willing to work shifts, weekends, and peak hours
• Passion for food, café culture, and customer service
• Food Hygiene Certification required
• Able to work 6 days per week, including shift work, weekends, and public holidays.
• Coffee and barista experience will be an advantage

Candidates who can join before or right after CNY will be prioritised.
We regret to inform only suitable candidates will be contacted.