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📍Location: Central London (Edgware Road & Covent Garden) Job Type: Full-Time Start Date: Mid-July (handover provided) Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role: Coffee Island, one of Greece’s most recognised specialty coffee chains, is expanding in London. We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Store Manager to lead operations at our Edgware Road store while overseeing the performance of our second location in Covent Garden. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the day-to-day operations of the Edgware Road store - Provide oversight and performance support to the Covent Garden store - Manage, train, and develop a team of baristas and team leaders - Create and manage staff schedules and rotas - Maintain accurate stock levels and coordinate with suppliers - Monitor daily sales, reporting, and store KPIs - Ensure high standards in customer service, hygiene, and compliance - Liaise with senior management to drive operational improvements Requirements: - Minimum 2 years of management experience in hospitality or retail coffee - Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills - Highly organised and capable of multitasking across two locations - Proficient in POS systems, reporting, and stock control - Hands-on, proactive, and results-driven - Flexible and reliable, with the ability to travel between stores as needed What We Offer: 1. Competitive salary based on experience 2. Full handover and training support 3. A positive, fast-paced environment with strong brand identity 4. Opportunity to grow within a recognised international franchise
Hi everyone! We are looking for staff for our shop in Westminster, London (SW1P 2HP). We will be interviewing/carrying out trials this week from Sat 7th June onwards. We are looking for an immediate start. We will work with you to find the right start date. If you apply, please state your availability for interviews and for being able to start in a chat/private message. We will be open from 7am - 4pm Monday-Friday. We are trialling 7.30am-2pm on Saturdays. This role will involve making good coffee including Greek coffees (ελληνικός, freddo and frappé) - knowledge of using espresso machines and latte art a must. You will also be expected to open and close the shop, bake pastries/ prepare food and present/serve it. You will be expected to manage the inventory and uphold the hygiene and cleanliness of the shop. Experience managing a shop is a must. Pay is competitive. Experience will be taken into consideration. You must have passion for Greece and its' products. We will expect you to learn how to pronounce the names in Greek as well as possible and be able to sell the products. We will help you with this but a good ability to sell products is absolutely necessary. We also have both Greek and Spanish food stalls which we make ask you to assist with as they are located outside our shop. You must have permission to work in the UK. Please send a message with your contact details, relevant experience, availability and the role(s) you are applying for. Thank you!
Coffee Island is currently looking for full-time Assistant Manager for its store in central London. Job Summary: The Assistant Manager must support the Shop Manager in the successful day-to-day management of the shop in line with the Coffee Island mission, values and procedures ethics. Main Duties: Staff Leadership & Management - Leading and managing staff to carry out their relevant tasks in line with Coffee Island values and procedures. - Deputizing in the absence of the Store Manager. - Ensuring staff are well informed of company procedures and processes. - Being highly knowledgeable of company procedures and processes. - Coaching barista skill development. - Training staff to appropriate standards. - Providing performance feedback. - Taking responsibility for the financial and operational performance of the shop during shift. Shop Operations: - Opening and closing the store. - Cashing up, balancing and reconcile tills. - Resolving customers complaints. - Ensuring customers' orders are taken in an efficient and engaging manner, - Managing stock, ordering, delivering and collecting in conjunction with Store Manager. - Ensuring all work stations operate smoothly and effectively. - Improving shop operations in conjunction with Store Manager. - Being a Head of the Sales areas of the shop (grindery products and corner gifts). Food and Drink: - Performing Lead Baristas functions to ensure the consistent production in high-quality coffee and beverages. - Ensuring food products are consistently prepared to appropriate standards. Financial and Sales: - Ensuring the till is operated in line with relevant procedures. - Acting in the best interest of the business. - Providing daily information for store sales to the manager. - Seeking to minimize costs and maximize the revenue. - Shifting logistics, documentation and communication. Health & Safety and Hygiene - Ensuring that Health and Safety standards are adhered to all times. - Conducting training with staff as required. - Completing appreciate Health & Safety forms and checklists in line with the Coffee Island procedures. Requirements: - High School Diploma - At least 1 year of previous coffee experience - At least 1 year of management experience - Latte skills are preferred - Has a passion for coffee, food and cafe culture - Understands and values the importance of customer care & hospitality - Has a commitment to consistency in quality, speed and intelligent customer service - Has the ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment - Is a mature & motivated team player - Has a strong work ethic and a proactive attitude - Must be fluent in written and spoken English Benefits: - Competitive wage depending on experience & qualifications· - Extra team incentives & product perks - Specialised training & brewing skills development - Open-door communication - Ability to advance your career - Opportunity to earn certification by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA)
We are currently looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated individual to join our team at our busy Italian takeaway shop, specialising in freshly made sandwiches and high-quality coffee. Location: Obica Canary Wharf Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour Hours: Shop hours are from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM – early morning availability is essential Key Responsibilities: Prepare and serve a variety of Italian sandwiches to a high standard Make excellent coffee and operate the coffee machine confidently Deliver outstanding customer service at all times Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the working area Assist with stock rotation and general day-to-day tasks Requirements: Experience with food preparation and coffee making is preferred Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude Punctual, dependable, and able to work early shifts Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment If you’re passionate about food, love making great coffee, and enjoy providing top-notch service, we’d love to hear from you!
Full-Time Waitress – Zoran’s Delicatessen (TW1 3EE) We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and experienced waitress to join our team at Zoran’s Delicatessen, a cozy and welcoming shop in TW1 3EE. Responsibilities: Serving customers with a smile Preparing and serving coffee (barista experience preferred) Making fresh sandwiches to order Keeping the shop clean and organized Helping with stock and general duties as needed Requirements: Previous experience in a deli, café, or similar environment Barista and food prep skills Good English and communication skills Friendly, hardworking, and team-oriented Must be available for full-time work, including weekends We offer: A supportive, family-like work environment Competitive pay (based on experience) Staff meals and coffee Immediate start available To apply: Please visit the shop or send your CV.