Café manager Work, Jobs in Wickford, Ess (with Salaries)

Café Manager
Buona Bottega —Brentwood
- £24,420.00 - £38,178.96 a year
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Bar
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8d
Fresh Manager
Booker Group —Colchester
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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10d
Kitchen Manager
Concord Café —Canvey Island
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Cooking
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5d
Assistant General Manager
SSP —Stansted
- £34,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Cafe Assistant Manager
Longacres —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- English
- Café
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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2d
Cafe Assistant Manager
Longacres Garden Centre —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- English
- Café
- Free parking
- Employee discount
2d
Shop Manager
Vyve —Lakeside Shopping Centre
- £15 - £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Team management
- In-person
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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4d
Café Manager
Beyond Food Foundation —East Ham
- £40,000 - £41,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Supervising experience
- Travel
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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12d
Assistant General Manager
London Southend Airport —Southend-on-Sea
- £1 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Café
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Assistant Head Baker
Paul Rhodes Bakery —London
- Up to £39,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bakery
- Team management
- In-person
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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Senior Baker - Bakery Production Lead
Fantail —London
- £32,000 - £42,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Bakery
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Garden Centre Plant Area Assistant Manager
The Barn Cafe —Colchester
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- In-person
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Store discount
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3d
Café / Bakery Assistant Manager
Wood Street Bakery —London
- £27,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Customer service
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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5d
Cafe Manager
Yeshua Ru cafe Limited —Gillingham
- £24,420 - £25,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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7d
Costa - Team Leader - Costa
Compass Group —Dartford
- £14.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Café
9d
Cafe Manager
Morrisons —London
- Hospitality
- Team management
- Café
- Employee discount
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Head Barista & Floor Manager
Little Olive —Hornchurch
- £12.21 - £16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Basic maths
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4d
Costa - Assistant Manager - Costa
Compass Group —Maidstone
- £30,171.60 a year
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Café
- Employee discount
Assistant Manager
Caffe Nero Epping —Epping
- £12.91 - £13.06 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Supervising experience
- Café
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
5d
Head Barista
Farha —London
- £14.50 - £16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Bakery
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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10d

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Café Manager

Buona Bottega
Brentwood

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Job details

Full-time
£24,420.00 - £38,178.96 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Serving
Hospitality
Food production
Management
Culinary experience
Customer service
Cooking
Barista experience
Shift management
Assistant manager experience
Supervising experience
Team management
Staff training
Food preparation
Food safety
Leadership
Restaurant experience
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Café and wine Bar Manager to lead and oversee daily operations within a busy hospitality environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive hospitality experience, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a vibrant team, ensure high standards of food safety and quality, and create a welcoming atmosphere for all patrons.

Buona Bottega is an independent Sicilian café, deli and wine bar on Brentwood High Street.

We are looking for an experienced, confident and hands-on Front of House Manager to help lead the daily operation, support the team and deliver a warm, polished guest experience from daytime café service through to evening wine bar service.

This is a key role in a growing independent business. You will help bring structure, consistency and high standards to the shop, while keeping the atmosphere relaxed, welcoming and personal.

About the role

You will work closely with the owners to manage the day-to-day running of Buona Bottega. The role includes leading the front of house team, maintaining service standards, supporting food and drink sales, managing shifts and making sure every guest receives a memorable experience.

This is a hands-on role. You will be expected to lead from the floor, support the team during busy periods and take ownership of the guest journey.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading and supporting the front of house team during service
Delivering a warm, professional and personal guest experience
Managing daily shifts, breaks, rotas and staff performance
Training team members on service standards, product knowledge and customer care
Ensuring the shop is clean, organised and well-presented at all times
Supporting café, deli and evening wine bar service
Handling customer feedback professionally and calmly
Supporting stock checks, ordering and waste control
Driving sales through confident product recommendations and upselling
Working with the owners to improve systems, service and daily operations
Ensuring health, safety, hygiene and licensing standards are followed

About you

You will be someone who is confident, organised and naturally good with people. You should enjoy hospitality, take pride in high standards and be comfortable leading a team in a busy environment.

You will need:

Previous experience as a manager, assistant manager or supervisor in hospitality
Strong front of house experience
Excellent customer service and communication skills
The ability to lead a team calmly and professionally
Good organisation and attention to detail
Confidence handling busy services and solving problems quickly
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
An interest in Italian food, wine, coffee or deli-style hospitality
Professional behaviour and reliability at all times

Experience in a café, restaurant, deli, wine bar or premium hospitality environment would be ideal.

What we offer

A key role in a growing independent business
The chance to help shape service standards and team culture
A beautiful high street venue with a strong Italian food and wine concept
Supportive owners who care about quality, hospitality and building something special
A varied role across daytime café service, deli service and evening wine bar service

Working hours

This is a full-time role. Buona Bottega is open 7 days a week, with shifts between 8:30am and 11:30pm.

Evening and weekend availability is required.café activities, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality standards
Manage staff schedules, delegate tasks, and supervise team members including serving staff and baristas
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and uphold hygiene standards across the establishment
Monitor inventory levels, place orders for supplies, and manage stock control efficiently
Develop menus in collaboration with culinary staff, incorporating fresh ingredients and innovative ideas
Provide excellent customer service by addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally
Organise training programmes for staff to enhance skills in food production, hospitality, and safety procedures
Maintain a welcoming environment that encourages repeat business and positive reviews
Handle administrative duties such as cash handling, record keeping, and reporting

Qualifications

Proven experience in restaurant or café management with supervising experience in a hospitality setting
Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and culinary practices
Demonstrable team management skills with the ability to motivate staff and foster teamwork
Excellent understanding of food safety standards and regulations
Previous experience in food production, kitchen operations, or hotel management is highly desirable
Barista experience or background in serving beverages is advantageous
Leadership qualities with the ability to organise tasks efficiently under pressure
Exceptional communication skills and a friendly demeanour suitable for a customer-facing role
Relevant qualifications or certifications in hospitality or food safety are preferred

This role offers an engaging environment for passionate hospitality professionals eager to lead a dedicated team while delivering memorable experiences to guests.

Pay: £24,420.00-£38,178.96 per year

Work Location: In person

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