Front of House Manager Head Barista

Job Title: Coffee Shop Manager

Location: Messingham and Scunthorpe
Job Type: Full\-time

About Us

We’re a small, independent coffee shop with a connected bakery, and our goal is simple: to serve excellent coffee, fresh food, and create a space where people feel genuinely welcome. We’re proud of being a close\-knit team where everyone supports each other, and we’re looking for a Coffee Shop Manager who shares that same spirit.

This role isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about leading a small team with kindness, keeping communication flowing between the café and bakery, and helping us grow while staying true to our values.

What the Role Involves

Leading the Team

• Support, motivate, and guide a small team of baristas so they feel confident and happy at work.


• Lead by example on the floor — jumping in where needed, whether that’s making coffee, helping customers, or restocking.


• Plan fair rotas and make sure shifts run smoothly.


• Celebrate the team’s wins and be the first to offer support when things get tricky.

• Act as the bridge between the coffee shop and bakery, making sure communication is clear, friendly, and effective.


• Work closely with the bakery to plan product needs, manage stock, and ensure we always deliver the best to our customers.


• Share updates, new ideas, and customer feedback with the team so everyone feels included and informed.

• Welcome customers as if they were guests in your home.


• Handle any issues with care and positivity, always turning challenges into opportunities.


• Make sure every cup of coffee and every interaction reflects the pride we take in our work.

• Keep an eye on sales and costs.


• Work with us on new menu ideas, seasonal specials


• Play an active role in recruitment, training, and building a team that feels like family.

• Experience running a café, coffee shop, or similar setting.


• A natural leader who puts people first and believes in teamwork.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to keep things positive and clear.


• Comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in, no matter the task.


• A genuine passion for great coffee, fresh food, and creating a welcoming environment.


• Flexible and reliable — happy to work mornings, weekends, and busy periods.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary that reflects your experience.


• Staff discounts on our food and drinks.


• The chance to shape and grow with an independent business.


• A warm, supportive team where your ideas and effort really matter.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £25,000\.00\-£27,300\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events


• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Messingham DN17 3SA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Restaurant management: 1 year (preferred)


• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)


• Management: 1 year (required)


• Supervising: 2 years (preferred)


• Barista: 2 years (preferred)


• Hospitality: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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