Cafe Manager - Taunton

• Cafe Manager - Taunton * *Caf Manager - Change Please Caf , Musgrove Park Hospital* *Location : * Change Please Caf , Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton *Hours : * 40 hours per week *Contract Type : * Full Time *Lead a Caf That Changes Lives* We're recruiting an experienced *Caf Manager* who is passionate about exceptional food, outstanding customer service, and creating a positive impact within the community. Based at the *Change Please Caf at Musgrove Park Hospital*, you'll play a key role in leading a team that delivers excellent food and service while supporting a social enterprise dedicated to helping people overcome homelessness through employment opportunities and training. As Caf Manager, you'll have the personality, leadership skills, and operational expertise to influence the day-to-day running of the caf , ensuring an outstanding experience for every customer while developing and motivating your team to achieve their full potential. *What You'll Be Doing* * Preparing and serving high-quality food and beverages to the highest standards. * Managing caf operations to ensure exceptional customer service and guest satisfaction. * Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team. * Monitoring business performance, budgets, and financial controls. * Completing weekly business returns and implementing action plans where required. * Regularly reviewing KPIs and operational targets with your line manager. * Ensuring the caf is presented to the highest standards at all times. * Supporting the recruitment, training, and development of team members. * Maintaining full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company procedures. * Promoting the values and mission of Change Please through excellent customer engagement and service delivery. * Leading from the front and creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture. *What We're Looking For* Our ideal Caf Manager will : * Have previous management experience within a caf , hospitality, retail, or catering environment. * Be passionate about delivering exceptional customer service. * Have excellent communication and organisational skills. * Demonstrate strong financial awareness and commercial acumen. * Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. * Have experience leading and developing teams. * Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. * Be proactive, enthusiastic, and solutions-focused. *What We Offer* We believe in recognising and rewarding great work.

That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including : * Contributory pension scheme * Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes * Access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family * Travel discounts with leading providers including TUI, Expedia and Booking.com * Discounts on supermarket shopping and everyday essentials * Cinema and entertainment discounts * Cashback rewards across a wide range of brands * Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes * Access to discounts and offers for friends and family *About Us* As part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, you'll be joining a business that serves millions of customers across approximately 6,000 locations nationwide.

We are committed to developing our people, investing in talent, and creating opportunities for career progression. The *Change Please Caf at Musgrove Park Hospital* combines excellent hospitality with a powerful social purpose, creating opportunities for individuals to build brighter futures through meaningful employment and training. *Diversity & Inclusion* Compass Group UK & Ireland is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences make us stronger. *Apply Today* If you're a passionate leader who thrives on delivering exceptional customer experiences and wants to be part of a caf with a meaningful purpose, we'd love to hear from you.