Assistant Cafe Manager

Assistant Cafe Manager, Cambridge, upto £32,000, Day times only

A brilliant opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join a thriving, quality-led café environment where energy, service and consistency come together to create a genuinely standout customer experience. This Assistant Manager role offers the chance to step into a busy, well-established site with strong daily trade, a loyal customer base and a supportive leadership structure, while enjoying real scope to develop and grow within a business that values its people. For an ambitious hospitality professional, this Assistant Manager position provides the perfect balance of responsibility, progression and hands-on operational involvement.

As Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the café, supporting the Café Manager and leading the team to deliver exceptional service at all times. This Assistant Manager role will see you taking ownership of service standards, supporting team training and development, assisting with rotas and stock control, and ensuring every guest experience is consistently excellent. It’s a fantastic opportunity to step further into leadership, bringing your own energy and ideas to the floor while helping to shape a positive, motivated team culture. A natural passion for hospitality, strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail will all thrive in this Assistant Manager position.

Alongside the opportunity to develop within a growing business, the package includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience, upto £32,000
• Strong tips and service charge (where applicable)
• Clear progression opportunities within the business
• Supportive, people-focused working environment

My client is an independent, quality-driven operator with a strong reputation for delivering excellent food, coffee and customer experience in a welcoming, community-focused setting. The team is passionate, collaborative and proud of what they do, creating an environment where ideas are encouraged and good hospitality is genuinely celebrated. This Assistant Manager role sits within a business that values development and rewards commitment, making it an excellent next step for someone looking to build a long-term career in hospitality.

If you are an Assistant Manager looking for a fresh challenge, or a strong supervisor ready to step up into an Assistant Manager role with real responsibility and progression, I would love to hear from you.