Job Description

Closing date: Monday 8 December 2025
Salary: 22,000 - 23,114 (pro rata) per annum (FTE 27,500 - 28,893)
Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Part time
Location:

Nature Discovery Centre

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Muddy Lane, Lower Way

, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 3FU
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We are seeking a proactive and experienced Cafe Manager to lead and participate in the cafe and catering operations, ensuring profitability, staff development, customer satisfaction, and compliance with all regulations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service experiences as part of the wider NDC management team.

Contact details

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Please apply via the link. Queries should be directed to recruitment@bbowt.org.uk

Cafe Manager

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Salary:

22,000 -23,114 (pro rata) per annum(FTE 27,500 - 28,893 / 15.12 - 15.88 per hour)

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

28 hours per week. Weekend working and bank holidays included as per rota.

Based:

Nature Discovery Centre (NDC), Thatcham, RG19 3FU



The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust has a vision for "more nature everywhere, for everyone". We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. This includes you being comfortable bringing your whole self to work, and us co-working with the diverse communities we serve to ensure we are meeting everyone's needs.



We are seeking a proactive and experienced

Cafe Manager

to lead and participate in the cafe and catering operations, ensuring profitability, staff development, customer satisfaction, and compliance with all regulations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service experiences as part of the wider NDC management team.



What you'll be doing


Manage the overall performance of the cafe and catering services Lead and participate in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food for the cafe Plan and coordinate catering logistics, including menu planning, staffing, and equipment Line manage, train and recruit catering staff, ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service Finance management including budget planning, stock and inventory control, staff costs and maintaining margin

What we're looking for


Experience of working in a busy cafe, or similar food service, leadership role Culinary background or hands-on kitchen experience Commercial awareness of profit margins and VAT Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification

For all your hard work you can expect a great rewards package in return. In addition to being part of a friendly, skilled and knowledgeable team, passionate about making a difference, when you work for us, you'll also receive


Generous annual leave entitlement with paid birthday leave, wellbeing days, urgent personal business leave and generous occupational sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family-friendly policies Flexible working to achieve work-life balance Salary exchange pension with generous employer contribution Learning & Development Programme for all Wellbeing initiatives including qualified Mental Health First Aiders, YuLife benefit package - access to our EAP, providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters; 3x life assurance, online GP access prescription service, a variety of discounts Salary sacrifice Cycle scheme & Electric Vehicle scheme * Membership to BBOWT's, and The Wildlife Trusts', Staff Network Groups for social interaction, peer support, mentoring and personal development