JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Cafe Manager / Head Barista to lead the daily operations of our vegan cafe. You will oversee the front-of-house team, ensure exceptional coffee quality, and maintain a warm, welcoming environment for our customers.
This role is perfect for someone who loves specialty coffee, thrives in a customer-facing role, and brings energy, organisation, and attention to detail to their work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily cafe operations, ensuring efficiency and smooth service
- Prepare, serve, and maintain high standards of coffee and beverages
- Manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain cost-effective levels
- Lead, train, and motivate the cafe team to deliver excellent customer service
- Take charge of staff hiring, training, and ongoing team development
- Uphold and maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards across the café
- Handle cashing up, daily reporting, and opening/closing procedures
- Ensure a clean, organised, and welcoming cafe environment at all times
- Report performance and updates to Directors, supporting sales and cost targets
About You:
- Proven experience as a Cafe Manager, Assitant Manager, Head Barista, or similar role in a busy, quality-focused cafe
- Confident with coffee preparation and maintaining consistent quality
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and motivate a small team
- Organised, proactive, and able to multitask under pressure
- Friendly, warm, and passionate about customer experience and community
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
What We Offer:
- £30–33k / annum + tips + performance and anniversary-based bonuses
- A supportive, creative working environment in a thriving vegan cafe
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to help shape and grow a community-focused space
If you’re ready to bring your expertise, passion for coffee, and leadership skills to a cafe that values community and quality, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 1 year (preferred)
- Barista: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- London E8 1FT (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/07/2025
Reference ID: Cafe Manager / Head Barista
Expected start date: 22/07/202
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