Floor Manager — Lead a Fast-Paced Café Team

The Recruitment Pig; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig is seeking a capable front-of-house supervisor to lead daily operations in a busy cafe environment. You will greet guests, seat tables, brief the team, and coordinate with the kitchen to keep service smooth during peak hours.

With at least two years of supervisory experience, you will manage cash, tills, and end-of-shift balances, uphold high hospitality standards, and mentor staff to deliver friendly, fast service and memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Senior Certificate (Matric).
• Minimum 2 years of experience supervising floors in high-volume hospitality venues.
• Working familiarity with busy cafe rhythms and specialty coffee culture.
• Hands-on experience operating modern hospitality POS systems and card machines.
• Reliable cash-handling skills with experience balancing daily end-of-shift floats.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills and natural poise during busy peak times.
• A helpful, positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a reliable team mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-of-house operations to ensure friendly, efficient guest service.
• Run daily team briefings to share menu targets and daily focus areas.
• Greet arriving guests and seat tables quickly during peak business hours.
• Monitor order tickets and coordinate with the kitchen to prevent delays.
• Resolve customer questions and complaints on the floor with confidence and care.
• Manage floor stock levels including packaging, condiments, and retail coffee beans.
• Complete end-of-day shift sign-offs, till balances, and safe cash-ups.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team leadership

Cash handling

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Hospitality POS systems

Card machines

Job description

The Recruitment Pig is seeking a capable front-of-house supervisor to lead daily operations in a busy cafe environment. You will greet guests, seat tables, brief the team, and coordinate with the kitchen to keep service smooth during peak hours.

With at least two years of supervisory experience, you will manage cash, tills, and end-of-shift balances, uphold high hospitality standards, and mentor staff to deliver friendly, fast service and memorable guest experiences.