Cafe Manager

Café Manager Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and leading successful teams? We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Café Manager to oversee the daily operations of a busy café environment based in Newbury. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in maintaining excellent service standards, food quality, and team performance – all while enjoying a great work-life balance with daytime hours only and no evening shifts. Café Manager – About the Role As Café Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the café, ensuring every customer receives a warm welcome and an outstanding experience. You will lead both front-of-house and kitchen teams, drive operational standards, manage stock and staffing, and support the ongoing success and growth of the business. Café Manager – Key Responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day running of the café • Lead, motivate, and develop the café team • Ensure exceptional customer service at all times • Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and cleanliness • Manage stock ordering, stock control, and minimise wastage • Prepare staff rotas and ensure appropriate staffing levels • Monitor performance against sales and profitability targets • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and company policies • Support seasonal promotions, events, and business growth initiatives • Drive a positive and welcoming atmosphere for customers and staff alike Café Manager – Requirements • Previous experience in a Café Manager, Assistant Manager, Restaurant Manager, or similar hospitality management role • Strong leadership and people management skills • Excellent communication and customer service abilities • Experience in stock control, budgeting, and commercial performance • Sound knowledge of food safety and health & safety regulations • Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and busy trading periods • A full valid driving licence and access to your own car are absolutely essential for this role What We Offer • Competitive salary • Excellent work-life balance – daytime hours only, no evenings or split shifts • Career progression and development opportunities • Supportive and professional working environment • Staff discount benefits • Opportunity to join a respected and growing business If you are a passionate hospitality professional looking for your next challenge as a Café Manager in Newbury, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your hospitality career.