General Manager - Lead, drive & inspire remarkable, passionate teams, creating exceptional cafe experiences - No late nights!
Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London’s iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality.
We're on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate General Manager to take the lead, inject personality into the café, build a high-energy team, and deliver an unforgettable customer experience. If you're a natural leader with a zest for hospitality, this is your chance to make your mark in a fast-paced, people-first environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading from the front – setting the tone for a vibrant and welcoming café atmosphere.
- Bringing energy – managing operations efficiently and proactively.
- Building & mentoring your team – developing skills, training baristas, and ensuring a seamless customer experience.
- Making coffee with heart – our single-origin coffee is at the core of what we do.
- Managing daily operations – overseeing stock, deliveries, and accounting with precision (experience with Fourth systems is a plus!).
- Ensuring excellence in hygiene & safety – familiarity with Food Alerts - Alert 65 programme desirable.
- Collaborating with the Head Chef – to drive the café’s success.
What We’re Looking For:
- A charismatic and hands-on leader – with previous café or hospitality management experience.
- A customer-obsessed leader – who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume
- A hands-on team player – leading by example and always up for a challenge.
- A problem-solver who brings fresh ideas and takes ownership of their café.
- A flexible & adaptable mindset – weekends and bank holidays are our busiest times but no evenings… ever!
- Ideally a barista-trained professional with a passion for exceptional coffee (bonus if you know La Marzocco inside out!).
Why Join Colicci?
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus - proud to be a Living Wage employer
- No late nights - most of our locations close by 5pm during winter hours and 7pm during summer
- Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice
- Paid breaks - for all team members
- Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business
- Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites
- A supportive team culture – where passion thrives
Please note that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.
Ready to Lead Something Special? We’d love to hear from you.
General Manager in London employer: Southwark Park Pavilion Cafe
Colicci is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of London’s green spaces. With competitive salaries, no late nights, and a supportive team environment, employees enjoy free meals during shifts and exciting career growth opportunities. Join us to be part of a family-run hospitality brand that values passion and community engagement.
Contact Details:
Southwark Park Pavilion Cafe Recruitment Team
