Brunch bakery Team Leader (Fast-Track to Assistant Manager – 3 Months)

We are a small site, but high volume and fast-paced. This is not a quiet café role; it is a high-performance service environment. Weekends operate as full brunch service. Weekdays combine bakery production, sandwiches, waffles, coffee, and retail.

Opportunity

Start As a Team Leader Earning

• £16-17 per hour typical earnings (incl. tronc, consistently achieved)

Progress Within 3 Months Into

• Assistant Manager (£32,000-£35,000 + bonus)

Progression is based on performance, not time served.

You Will Be Trusted To

• Run shifts independently
• Lead the team during peak service
• Maintain pace, quality, and control

This is a fast-track leadership role, not a standard supervisor position.

What You Will Be Measured On

• Ability to run weekend service independently
• Leadership and control of the floor
• Speed and consistency under pressure
• Guest experience and standards
• Reliability and accountability

You will be assessed on your ability to step up, not just turn up.

This Role Is for You if

• You have strong experience in a busy café, brunch, or restaurant
• You have acted as a senior or led shifts before
• You are confident taking control during service
• You understand table flow, pace, and guest experience
• You are hands-on and not above cleaning or prep
• You want rapid progression into management

This Role IS NOT for You if

• You are looking for your first leadership role
• You avoid responsibility during busy service
• You are not available on weekends
• You struggle under pressureYou are looking for a low-intensity or “see how it goes” job

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support weekend brunch service
• Act as senior on shift
• Maintain service speed and quality
• Train and guide junior team members
• Support rotas and daily organisation
• Uphold hygiene and operational standards

What We Offer

• £16-17/hour typical earnings (consistent)
• Clear path to £32-35k Assistant Manager role within 3 months
• Bonus structure at management level
• Real responsibility from day one
• High-volume environment where you will learn fast
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding brand
• Staff food on shift + employee discount

Hiring Standard

We are selective. Only candidates with strong, relevant experience will be considered.

How to Apply

Please Include

• Your hospitality experience
• Any leadership responsibilities you’ve held
• Your availability (must include weekends)
• Applications without relevant experience will not be considered.

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