Cafe Manager, Houghton RegisHoughton Regis

Cafe Manager

Location: Houghton Hall Park

Hours: Full-Time (including weekends and bank holidays)

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: Starting from £35k per annum

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Cafe Manager to lead our café at Houghton Hall Park. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys being part of a vibrant community space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the café.
• Lead, train, and motivate a small team.
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and waste reduction.
• Ensure food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are met.
• Handle cash, tills, and basic financial reporting.
• Work with management to improve sales, menus, and customer experience.

About You:

• Proven experience in café, hospitality, or food service management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Confident working under pressure during busy periods.
• Organised, reliable, and proactive.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• A friendly, supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a popular park café.
• Staff discounts and development opportunities.