At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to create exceptional food experiences and deliver world-class customer service.
- Company: Join a dynamic company that values individuality and invests in its people.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, training opportunities, wellbeing support, and great discounts.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and thrive in a supportive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while progressing your catering career.
- Qualifications: Previous management experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for food.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
We're recruiting an experienced Cafe Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently motivate our team to be the best they can possibly be for Inspire on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.
As a Cafe Manager, you will have the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business, helping us deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:
- Great operational training and development
- Life assurance scheme
- Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
- A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Regular social events and communication with our leaders
- A holiday purchase scheme
- Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:
- Mon: Full-time (Days)
- Tues: Full-time (Days)
- Weds: Full-time (Days)
- Thurs: Full-time (Days)
- Fri: Full-time (Days)
- Sat:
- Sun:
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
- Managing our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
- Overseeing the catering operations, including completing weekly business returns, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans
- Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
- Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
- Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
- Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.
Our ideal Cafe Manager will:
- Have previous management experience in a similar role
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
- Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
- Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Cafe Manager - Full Time - Edinburgh employer: Compass Group
At Inspire, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in the heart of Edinburgh, where our Cafe Manager role offers not just a job, but a pathway to career growth within a supportive and inclusive environment. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive benefits, and a vibrant work culture that celebrates individuality, we empower our team to deliver outstanding food experiences while enjoying regular social events and well-being initiatives. Join us and be part of a company that truly values its people and their contributions.
