Job Description

Cafe Supervisor

Salary: 25,061.40 - 27,846 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ

Seashell Trust is a national charity based in Cheadle Hulme, supporting children and young people with complex learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and communication needs. We provide education, care, therapy, and outreach services and are currently undergoing an exciting campus transformation, including a new college build.

As Cafe Supervisor, you'll lead the day-to-day running of our brand new cafe, creating a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You'll manage food safety, hygiene, and customer service standards, oversee menu planning, stock control, and staff rotas, and support students in work experience opportunities while promoting healthy eating and sustainability.

As a Cafe Supervisor, you'll:

Supervise daily cafe operations, including food preparation and stock control Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen regulations Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a welcoming environment Manage ordering, deliveries, and budgets in line with sustainability goals Plan menus promoting healthy eating and allergen awareness Support colleagues and students engaged in work experience Maintain accurate records for audits and inspections
What We're Looking For:

Level 2 in Food Safety Experience in catering or hospitality management Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety standards Strong organisational and leadership skills Ability to manage budgets and stock effectively Excellent communication and customer service skills Commitment to safeguarding and promoting inclusivity Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Cafe Supervisor benefits include:

Detailed 2-week induction programme for all new employees Access to our on-site inclusive gym, fitness classes and swimming pool Blue light discount scheme Benenden Health Care Membership - access to 24/7 GP, physiotherapy, medical treatments, mental health support including counselling service, cancer support, care planning and social care advice Access to a wide range of vocational programmes to support you in your job role Life Assurance (3x Annual base salary) subject to terms and conditions Cycle to work scheme Free on-site parking Paid Enhanced DBS
About Recruitment at Seashell

Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.

Our Core Values are represented within the three 'I's' - Integrity Innovation and Involvement

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities.

Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,061.40-27,846.00 per year

Work Location: In person