Café Team Leader
Location
Café Rubes
Ruby’s Fund Sensory Centre, Congleton
Why this role matters
Our café is at the heart of Ruby’s Fund, providing a welcoming space for families and visitors. As Café Team Leader, you’ll ensure the café, soft play, and sensory garden run smoothly, offering high-quality food and exceptional service. This role is key to creating a safe, friendly environment where families feel supported and volunteers thrive.
What you’ll be doing
- Manage the café team and oversee day-to-day operations of the café, soft play, and garden areas.
- Prepare and serve food orders to a high standard, ensuring excellent customer service.
- Supervise café staff, students, and volunteers, including inductions, appraisals, and training.
- Maintain hygiene standards and ensure compliance with food safety regulations (aiming for a 5-star rating).
- Handle stock control, ordering, and cash management.
- Support fundraising events and promote café services through social media and displays.
- Ensure health and safety checks, fire alarm tests, and equipment maintenance are completed.
- Work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to provide meaningful volunteer placements.
Time commitment
Up to 37.5 hours per week
Mainly Monday–Friday, with occasional weekends and evening events.
Salary
Up to £15 per hour
Permanent contract with a 6-month probation period.
Who we’re looking for
- Professional, reliable, and proactive with strong leadership skills.
- Experienced in café or hospitality management (preferred).
- Able to prepare and cook meals and snacks to a high standard.
- Highly organised with excellent time management.
- Approachable and supportive to staff, volunteers, and centre users.
- Committed to safeguarding and willing to complete required training.
- Food hygiene qualification (preferred).
What’s in it for you?
- Lead a vibrant café team in a welcoming community setting.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Make a real difference to families and volunteers at Ruby’s Fund.
- Be part of a supportive, passionate team.
How to apply:
- Please complete our job application form by clicking here
- To discuss this role in more detail, please call Steph on 01260 277666