At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a café team, ensuring smooth operations and outstanding customer service.
- Company: Supportive café focused on empowering individuals with learning disabilities.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, 30 days holiday, and access to your wages as you earn them.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and employee recognition.
- Why this job: Make a difference while developing your leadership skills in a vibrant environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in café management and supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Shift pattern: flexible according to the opening hours of the café, which is currently 7am-3pm Monday-Friday, but with plans to extend these hours to longer days and weekends in the near future.
Are you able to evidence your enthusiasm for supporting people with a learning disability? Do you have experience working in a similar role in a café, coffee shop or hospitality venue? Do you have any management experience?
We are looking for someone who will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the café. This includes:
- Managing a team of staff, supporting and motivating the team and role modelling high standards of service across the café.
- Supporting co-workers in meeting their learning goals.
- Leading on daily operations, including staff rotas, opening/closing procedures, and delegating tasks.
- Helping with recruitment and training of new co-workers.
- Overseeing coffee and food preparation to maintain high quality standards.
- Handling customer feedback and resolving issues professionally when required.
- Being responsible for stock management, ordering, and weekly stock takes.
- Supporting sales growth through upselling, waste management, and operational efficiency.
- Complying with food hygiene regulations including inspections.
- Complying with registered premises licence, and managing cash limits and banking – finance returns.
Requirements:
- Have previous experience of promoting work and independence skills with people with a learning disability or Autism.
- Have previous experience in a similar role in a café, coffee shop, or hospitality venue.
- Be a hands-on leader who enjoys supporting and developing co-workers.
- Be organised, reliable, and confident in assisting with operations and stock.
- Be flexible and proactive, with the ability to adapt in a growing business.
- Hold a Level 3 qualification in Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering.
Why Work For Us?
- Financial Flexibility: Excellent rates of pay and HasteePay, giving you access to your wages as you earn them.
- Work-Life Balance: 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) and flexible rotas.
- Professional Development: Full comprehensive training and access to industry-recognised formal qualifications.
- Recognition: Monthly Employee of the Month awards and an annual employee awards evening.
- Wellbeing: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, plus a cycle-to-work scheme.
- Perks: £200 staff referral scheme, company pension, and access to various employee discounts.
Café Manager in Waterbeach employer: The Edmund Trust
As a Café Manager with us, you'll thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritises the growth of both our staff and the individuals we serve. We offer excellent pay rates, flexible working hours, and a strong commitment to professional development, ensuring you have the tools and training needed to excel in your role. Join a team that values recognition and wellbeing, with perks like an Employee Assistance Programme and a generous holiday allowance, making this an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
