Café Manager

ME — Cafe Manager

Location: Coalisland, County Tyrone

The Role

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, organised and commercially minded Cafe Manager to take the lead in running ME.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys hospitality, leading a team and taking ownership of a business. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the cafe, ensuring everything operates smoothly, the team is supported, customers have a great experience and the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day Operations

• Oversee the daily running of the cafe, maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness and food safety.
• Ensure the cafe is well organised, fully stocked and running efficiently.
• Lead by example and support the team during busy periods.

Staff Management

• Manage staff rotas, holidays, attendance and shift cover.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training and staff development.
• Manage performance and help build a positive, motivated team.

Stock and Suppliers

• Oversee stock levels, ordering and supplier relationships.
• Monitor food waste, stock rotation and product quality.
• Ensure purchasing is controlled and stock is managed efficiently.

Money and Business Performance

• Monitor daily sales, cash handling and takings.
• Keep track of staffing costs, stock costs and general expenditure.
• Help identify opportunities to increase sales, control costs and improve profitability.
• Provide regular updates on how the business is performing.

Customer Experience and Growth

• Maintain a welcoming, professional atmosphere and excellent customer service.
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues appropriately.
• Bring forward ideas for new products, promotions and ways to grow ME.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in hospitality is essential within a supervisory or management role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confidence managing people, money and day-to-day decisions.
• A proactive, reliable approach with good attention to detail.
• Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys making things happen.

What Success Looks Like

Someone who takes ownership of ME's daily operations, builds a strong team, keeps the business organised and commercially focused, and gives the owner confidence that everything is being looked after.

Pay: £29,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Experience:

• managerial: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person