Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Kitchen & Café Leader to support the smooth running of our café operations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, great coffee, and customer service, with a strong understanding of food safety protocols. This role involves opening and closing the café, preparing and cooking food, supporting barista service, and supervising staff. It requires excellent time management skills, hands-on involvement, and the ability to lead a team effectively while ensuring high standards of service throughout the day.
Duties (but not limited to)
* Open and close the café, following established routines.
* Supervise daily kitchen and café operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
* Prepare, cook, and serve food items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
* Make and serve coffee and other beverages to a high standard.
* Train and mentor staff in food preparation, barista skills, and customer service.
* Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and maintaining stock levels.
* Oversee staff during service to ensure a smooth and positive dining experience for customers.
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, café, and service areas.
* Assist in developing new menu items and specials that align with customer preferences.
Experience
* Proven experience in a café or kitchen environment, ideally in a supervisory or leadership role.
* Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
* Barista experience is highly desirable, along with customer service skills.
* Proficient in basic math for inventory management and portion control.
* Excellent time management skills to balance cooking, service, and supervision.
* Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
Join our team as a Kitchen & Café Leader, where your skills in food, coffee, and people management will help create a welcoming and successful café environment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person