Are you a dynamic, high-energy leader ready to run Hendon’s newest hot spot?
Following the massive success of our flagship Watford branch, Melto Cafe is expanding! We are thrilled to announce the opening of our brand-new, second location in Hendon. Known for our vibrant atmosphere, exceptional service, and trendy signature menu , we are looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead this exciting new launch from day one.
We are looking for a highly visible, floor-focused manager who loves interacting with customers, coaching a team, and driving a brand-new business to success.
What We Offer:
- Salary: £31,000 per annum
- Growth: A key leadership role in a rapidly expanding, successful brand with real career progression.
- Perks: Free delicious meals and drinks while on shift.
- Culture: A vibrant, supportive, and fun working environment where your ideas actually count.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Launch: Manage the daily operations of our brand-new Hendon store, ensuring a seamless, high-energy opening and consistent daily run.
- Hands-on Floor Presence: Lead by example during busy rushes—supporting your team on the floor, managing the till, and keeping customer service standards world-class.
- Team Development: Recruit, onboard, rota, and inspire a brand-new front-of-house team.
- Food & Drink Quality: Maintain exceptional standards of presentation, taste, and food safety hygiene (HACCP).
- Business Operations: Manage stock levels, control labor costs, minimize wastage, and hit daily sales targets.
- Community Building: Build a loyal local customer base in Hendon through warm hospitality and excellent service recovery.
Requirements (What We’re Looking For):
- Local Candidate: You must live locally in or very near Hendon to easily manage the store’s schedule and peak hours.
- Managerial Experience: 2+ years of proven experience as a Cafe Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Assistant Manager in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality setting.
- Strong Food & Beverage Knowledge: You must possess a deep understanding of food safety, inventory control, and high-quality drink/food presentation.
- Dynamic & Positive Attitude: High energy is a must! You should be someone who motivates a team just by walking into the room.
- Hands-on Mentality: A willingness to roll up your sleeves and work side-by-side with your team on the floor.
Pay: £31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
Work Location: In person