Café & Bar Assistant - Manchester Workspace Salary: £27,976 Diversity We’re an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment, where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves at work. We recognise that the climate crisis intersects with social and inclusion issues, and we’re particularly eager to receive applications from individuals who bring diverse perspectives, including people of colour, the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We also value different experiences and encourage applicants whose backgrounds may not exactly match the criteria in the job description to apply. About the role Our co-working space is a vibrant, full service workspace and the second in our growing ecosystem. Located just a 10 minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly, it builds on the success of our London headquarters, creating a thriving hub where purpose driven startups can work, network, and access investment and support to scale their impact. Spanning multiple floors, the workspace includes a cafe/bar, a mix of hot desking and fixed desks, private offices, and a range of meeting rooms. It also features two versatile event spaces, hosting groups from 30 to 150 people, making it a dynamic environment. This is a pivotal role in driving the continued growth and success of our climate tech ecosystem. We are seeking a reliable and customer focused Café & Bar Assistant to join our café & bar within a sustainable co-working environment. Reporting into our Managing Director of Workspaces, you’ll be responsible for delivering high quality food and drink service, supporting day to day café & bar operations, and creating a welcoming, well run environment for members and guests. This is a hands on role within a small team, ideal for someone who enjoys working at pace, takes pride in great service, and is happy to support both café & bar operations and event delivery. You’ll play an important role in maintaining a friendly, community focused atmosphere while ensuring the café & bar runs smoothly and efficiently. Key responsibilities Café & Bar Operations and Events Manage daily café & bar operations, including the preparation and service of food (sandwiches, salads, soup, cake, pastries) and drinks (coffee, alcohol during evening shifts); Handle till transactions, maintain optimal stock levels, and ensure the café & bar area is consistently clean and welcoming; Coordinate with external caterers for events, overseeing food delivery, setting up catering and in-house drinks, and assisting with service and cleanup; Create and manage the team rota for cafe service and event coverage; Maintain adequate stock of refreshments in the members' areas. Customer Service & Workspace Management Deliver a consistently high standard of friendly and efficient front-of-house service to all guests and members, promptly addressing any questions or concerns professionally; Maintain an exceptional standard of workspace presentation; Build meaningful relationships with members to encourage engagement and collaboration. Compliance & Team Collaboration Promote community and partner events through internal channels; Adhere strictly to all health and safety guidelines and food hygiene standards; Ensure all areas meet required cleanliness and compliance requirements; Work collaboratively with the entire Workspaces team to ensure smooth, efficient operations and a positive, exceptional guest experience. We need you to have experience in A keen interest in sustainability. 2 years experience in a similar role. A commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience. Core hospitality/venue operational experience. Empathetic, calm and supportive approach - be a safe pair of hands. Problem-solving capability. Barista and/or café service experience is also a requirement, however we can provide training in our London workspace if needed. Benefits Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Early morning starts and evening work should be expected, as service ramps up. Remuneration: £27,976 per annum Based: Central Manchester Additional details 25 days Holiday Bank Hols Monthly Wellness Day (for rest & recharge) Paid Sick Leave Vitality Health Insurance Scheme Enhanced Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Octopus EV Lease Scheme As you grow with us, you can access additional benefits, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave & pay (after 2 years’ service). Recruitment process 30 min phone screening interview One or two stage in person interviews About Sustainable Ventures We are Europe’s leading growth partner for climate tech. With 2025 seeing our footprint expand to 8 UK city-regions, we are rapidly scaling to drive systemic change across the UK and into Europe. Having already achieved our target of supporting 1,000 startups by 2025, we are now on a mission to build the world’s most impactful climate tech ecosystem by 2030, embedding our proven model to support climate startups from idea to exit. Our impact on the planet’s climate and its natural resources is being felt more acutely and by more people than ever before. It is clear that significant changes must be made to achieve the targets set by the IPCC and reaching Net Zero by 2050 remains the world’s greatest challenge. Since 2011, we have been at the forefront of this fight, bridging the gap between innovative ideas and market-ready solutions by providing integrated access to funding, expert services, and a thriving community of peers and partners.