Cafe Manager
| Posting date: | 09 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,584.00 to £27,269.00 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2025 |
| Location: | Pugneys country park - Asdale Rd, Denby Dale Rd, Wakefield WF2 7EQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 243112 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cafe Manager, to join our Catering Team at Pugneys Country Park.
The successful candidate will be involved in developing the business and motivating the team. They must be self-motivated and enthusiastic and have the ability to provide an excellent level of customer service and have a proven track record in managing a catering/café establishment.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Cooking and preparing food and beverages and lead on the standard of food production and display in the café.
Deal with any problems that may arise on a daily basis and report to the Catering Manager.
Develop excellent communication skills with Anglers Country Park Team.
Monitor and deliver the HACCP programme while ensuring that food safety, food presentation, hygiene and quality standards are adhered to.
Ensure the Cafe Team comply with Wakefield Council policies and procedures.
Place product orders with agreed suppliers, in a cost effective way.
Responsibility for cash handling and banking
Provide and implement a fast, friendly and efficient level of customer service in order to enhance the overall visitor experience.
Provide ongoing staff training and motivation and develop the skills of cafe employees.
Provide ongoing supervision of the cafe services, presentation and dining areas.
Plan, develop and implement an efficient work schedule for the cafe in order to ensure job rotation and flexibility of all staff while maximising their productivity.
Participate in events and marketing activities for the Country Park to maximise revenue opportunities.
The role is 37 hours per week to include weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays
The successful candidate will be involved in developing the business and motivating the team. They must be self-motivated and enthusiastic and have the ability to provide an excellent level of customer service and have a proven track record in managing a catering/café establishment.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Cooking and preparing food and beverages and lead on the standard of food production and display in the café.
Deal with any problems that may arise on a daily basis and report to the Catering Manager.
Develop excellent communication skills with Anglers Country Park Team.
Monitor and deliver the HACCP programme while ensuring that food safety, food presentation, hygiene and quality standards are adhered to.
Ensure the Cafe Team comply with Wakefield Council policies and procedures.
Place product orders with agreed suppliers, in a cost effective way.
Responsibility for cash handling and banking
Provide and implement a fast, friendly and efficient level of customer service in order to enhance the overall visitor experience.
Provide ongoing staff training and motivation and develop the skills of cafe employees.
Provide ongoing supervision of the cafe services, presentation and dining areas.
Plan, develop and implement an efficient work schedule for the cafe in order to ensure job rotation and flexibility of all staff while maximising their productivity.
Participate in events and marketing activities for the Country Park to maximise revenue opportunities.
The role is 37 hours per week to include weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays