Cafe Manager: Lead Food & Service Excellence

Compass Group; Telford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Telford is seeking an experienced Cafe Manager passionate about exceptional food and customer service. The role involves managing culinary teams and operations, ensuring high food standards, while delivering great customer experiences. Candidates should have prior management experience, excellent communication, and financial skills. This full-time position offers great benefits and opportunities for career growth in the catering industry.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards program

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a similar role.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Manage culinary and catering teams.
• Oversee catering operations including budgets and action plans.
• Communicate with line manager on KPIs and targets.
• Maintain a positive brand image.
• Support and train teams to excel in their roles.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Management experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Financial acumen

Passion for customer service

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

A leading catering service provider in Telford is seeking an experienced Cafe Manager passionate about exceptional food and customer service. The role involves managing culinary teams and operations, ensuring high food standards, while delivering great customer experiences. Candidates should have prior management experience, excellent communication, and financial skills. This full-time position offers great benefits and opportunities for career growth in the catering industry.