Cafe jobs in Worthing BN14

Job Title: Café Supervisor
Reporting to: Catering & Events Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, worked on a shift basis, Monday to Sunday between 7:00am and 8:00pm.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Café Supervisor to join our busy members' café within our thriving health club. This is a hands-on role that combines kitchen, food service and supervisory responsibilities, ensuring our members receive high-quality food and excellent customer service in a welcoming environment.

Working closely with the Catering & Events Manager, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the café, helping to develop new menu ideas and café offerings while maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, hygiene and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present hot and cold food in accordance with menu specifications and company standards.
• Supervise the day-to-day operation of the café, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Deliver excellent customer service and create a welcoming atmosphere for members and guests.
• Support the Catering & Events Manager in developing new menu items, seasonal specials and café promotions.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Monitor stock levels, complete stock takes and place orders to ensure appropriate stock availability while minimising waste.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and health & safety legislation.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen and café environment at all times.
• Monitor food preparation and service standards, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Assist with staff training and support team members in maintaining operational standards.
• Follow opening and closing procedures and ensure all equipment is operated safely and correctly.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support the successful operation of the catering department.

Person SpecificationEssential

• Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen, café, catering environment or similar hospitality setting.
• Experience preparing and cooking food to consistent standards.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP principles and kitchen hygiene.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy environment.
• Flexible approach to working shifts, including weekends.

Desirable

• Previous supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience of stock control and ordering.
• Experience working within a health club, leisure or hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of allergen management and dietary requirements.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be a motivated, reliable and proactive individual who enjoys working as part of a team while taking ownership of maintaining high operational standards. They will have a passion for producing quality food, delivering excellent customer service and contributing ideas that help the café continue to grow and evolve.

Pay: £27,872.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person