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Retail and Cafe Manager

London, England, gbFull-time£41k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead, inspire, and support a team to deliver exceptional hospitality standards, manage budgets, and achieve business KPIs in a fast-paced cafe/retail environment.

Role type

Senior IC retail and cafe manager

Builds

Cafe/retail operations, food service, and team performance

Domain

Hospitality + Retail

Required skills

team leadership, budget management, health and safety compliance, financial analysis, delegation, strategic thinking, operational excellence, stakeholder communication, adaptability, mentoring

Preferred skills

passion for food and customer service, solution-oriented mindset, ability to work under pressure, inclusive leadership

Technologies

POS systems, budgeting software, scheduling tools

Responsibilities

Lead and develop direct reports, build relationships with clients and stakeholders, achieve KPIs including health and safety and financial targets, create a culture of excellence, manage budgets and drive commercial performance

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC