Cafe Manager: Lead Front-of-House & Coffee Team

United Baristas; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local café in London is looking for an experienced Café Manager to oversee daily operations, lead the team, and maintain high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of café or restaurant management experience, strong barista skills, and a passion for quality coffee and food. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to an established and growing café, emphasizing excellent service and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive ownership

Passionate, professional team

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management experience in a café or restaurant environment.
• Confident in health & safety and food hygiene best practices.
• Highly organised, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate the front-of-house team.
• Ensure daily operations run efficiently and to a high standard.
• Oversee health & safety, food hygiene, and cleanliness compliance.
• Maintain organisation, stock control, and visual standards across the shop.
• Uphold reputation for excellent coffee, food, and hospitality.

Skills

Café restaurant management experience

Strong organisational skills

Leadership skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Food Hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong barista skills

Job description

A local café in London is looking for an experienced Café Manager to oversee daily operations, lead the team, and maintain high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of café or restaurant management experience, strong barista skills, and a passion for quality coffee and food. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to an established and growing café, emphasizing excellent service and teamwork.