Cafe Duty Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £28,000 i £29,500 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 18 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | SO41 8PA |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Leisure Solutions |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1563 |
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CAFÉ MANAGER - INDEPENDENT GARDEN CENTRE - BASED IN THE NEW FOREST, NEAR LYMINGTON – CIRCA £28,000 (DOE) - NO LATE NIGHTS – 40 hrs ALTERNATE WEEKENDS
Leisure Solutions specialise in the recruitment of Leisure and Hospitality professionals across the UK, working with a range of businesses to attract the right people, helping businesses thrive and improving lives.
We are assisting in the recruitment of a Café Duty Manager to join the catering team at this independent garden centre and nursery based in the New Forest.
Duties will include:
Run daily FOH operations: set up for service, lead the team, and keep things calm, organised and friendly.
Work closely with the kitchen and other departments to deliver consistent, timely service.
Plan rotas and schedules for approval to ensure the right cover across the week.
Order and manage stock; monitor freshness, availability and presentation.
Champion food safety and allergens: ensure safe practice and clear communication.
Maintain hygiene standards: keep café areas clean and tidy; complete and record required checks.
Train and support the team: delegate effectively; coach great customer service.
Manage costs: help keep expenses within budget; spot opportunities to reduce waste and grow sales.
Support menu roll-outs and specials in line with agreed plans.
Handle feedback: resolve minor complaints at source; escalate when needed.
Help develop junior team members and support appraisals.
Organise small in-house events (e.g. baby showers, afternoon teas, meetings) as required.
About you:
Proven experience leading a café/FOH team in a busy, customer-focused setting.
A natural organiser who communicates clearly and collaborates.
Strong grip on rotas, ordering, hygiene checks and allergen procedures.
Hands-on, positive and solutions-focused; happy to step into different roles to cover absences.
Calm under pressure with a friendly manner and high standards of presentation.
The company is an independent, well-established venue, they are offering a full-time permanent position, circa 40-hour contract with a salary up to £29,956 (d.o.e) on completion of probation.
Because of the location of this venue, the applicant must have access to a vehicle. Free parking is provided.
Leisure Solutions specialise in the recruitment of Leisure and Hospitality professionals across the UK, working with a range of businesses to attract the right people, helping businesses thrive and improving lives.
We are assisting in the recruitment of a Café Duty Manager to join the catering team at this independent garden centre and nursery based in the New Forest.
Duties will include:
Run daily FOH operations: set up for service, lead the team, and keep things calm, organised and friendly.
Work closely with the kitchen and other departments to deliver consistent, timely service.
Plan rotas and schedules for approval to ensure the right cover across the week.
Order and manage stock; monitor freshness, availability and presentation.
Champion food safety and allergens: ensure safe practice and clear communication.
Maintain hygiene standards: keep café areas clean and tidy; complete and record required checks.
Train and support the team: delegate effectively; coach great customer service.
Manage costs: help keep expenses within budget; spot opportunities to reduce waste and grow sales.
Support menu roll-outs and specials in line with agreed plans.
Handle feedback: resolve minor complaints at source; escalate when needed.
Help develop junior team members and support appraisals.
Organise small in-house events (e.g. baby showers, afternoon teas, meetings) as required.
About you:
Proven experience leading a café/FOH team in a busy, customer-focused setting.
A natural organiser who communicates clearly and collaborates.
Strong grip on rotas, ordering, hygiene checks and allergen procedures.
Hands-on, positive and solutions-focused; happy to step into different roles to cover absences.
Calm under pressure with a friendly manner and high standards of presentation.
The company is an independent, well-established venue, they are offering a full-time permanent position, circa 40-hour contract with a salary up to £29,956 (d.o.e) on completion of probation.
Because of the location of this venue, the applicant must have access to a vehicle. Free parking is provided.