Cafe Supervisor

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering services provider in the UK seeks a Café Supervisor to run a new café independently. The role involves delivering excellent customer service, engaging with residents, and preparing simple meals. Ideal candidates should possess kitchen experience, be self-motivated, and excel in a customer service role. You will work 20 hours weekly, leading to a welcoming atmosphere for the community. Great perks include free meals, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days of holiday

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Confident and reliable with customer-facing experience.
• Proven work in a kitchen preparing food.
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Run a brand-new café as a lone worker.
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times.
• Engage positively with residents and visitors.

Skills

Genuine interest in customer service excellence

Ability to work unsupervised

Previous kitchen experience

Good communication skills

Job description

5 days out of 7 | 20 hours per week | 10:30am - 2:30pm

Part Time

Broomfield, England, CM1 6HJ

£15.50 per hour

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At The Beacons within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

We are looking for a confident and reliable Café Supervisor to run a brand-new café as a lone worker. This is a customer‑facing role suited to someone who enjoys working independently, providing excellent service, and preparing simple fresh food.

You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the café during its opening hours, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for the residents who use the service.

What you’ll be doing…

Food Preparation & Service

• Breakfast items
• Toasties
• Jacket potatoes
• Brought‑in meals (heating/serving as required)
• Operating an automatic hot drinks machine to serve tea, coffee, and other beverages.
• Presenting food safely and attractively.

Customer Experience & Sales

• Delivering excellent customer service at all times.
• Engaging positively with residents and visitors.
• Proactively driving sales through warm interaction and high‑quality service.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Accountability for:
  • Food Safety
  • COSHH regulations
  • Health & Safety compliance
  • Environmental policies
  • General legal and duty-of-care responsibilities
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and well‑organised café environment.

Operational Responsibilities

• Working independently and using your own initiative.
• Managing daily tasks without supervision.
• Ensuring smooth operation during all opening hours.

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 | 20 hours per week | 10:30am - 2:30pm

What can you bring?

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven work in a kitchen preparing food
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering desirable

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!