Café Manager

Pieminister

Oxford£27K - £31K plus TRONCFull time

Calling all Pie-oneers!


Do you wish most things were wrapped in pastry and coved in gravy? Then this could be for you!


If you’re a born leader with a passion for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, then look no further than Pieminister! We're on the hunt for a top-notch Café Manager to join our pie crew.


We're more than just pies!


We're a Bristol-born company, forged on the fields of Glastonbury festival in 2003. We are a company with a big heart and a bigger love of proper good food. We take pride in using the finest, ethically sourced ingredients to create our legendary pies. We look after the planet in our own way, our people, and most of all… our customers.


Here's a taste of what you'll be getting up to:

  • You'll be the captain of a fantastic team and helping them deliver legendary Pieminister experiences for every guest
  • From selecting and developing the team to ensuring our pies are perfectly golden, you'll keep things running smoothly and efficiently
  • You'll be a champion for our customers, resolving any issues with a smile and a genuine love of great service
  • Numbers are your friend! With support from Head Office, you'll help us keep track of the all-important sales and stock, making sure we're always well-stocked with pies
  • You'll learn how to train your team, share your pie knowledge and keep everyone up to speed on the latest Pieminister goings-on


What makes you the perfect Captain of the Pie Crew?

  • You've got some managerial experience, enjoy working in hospitality and know the importance of a happy team
  • You're a natural motivator, able to inspire your team and keep them fired up (even after a long shift!)
  • You can juggle multiple plates (metaphorically, of course) and stay calm under pressure
  • You share our passion for amazing food, friendly service and creating a truly memorable experience for our customers
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Bonus points for a big smile, a love of gravy puns and the ability to quote pie-related movie lines!


Pieminister Perks & Benefits:

  • Get your hands on all the pies you can eat (at a staff discount, of course!)
  • A chance to be part of a fun and friendly team who are passionate about what they do
  • Training and development opportunities to help you become the ultimate Pieminister legend!
  • Very competitive salary and 40hr per week contract. Plus, your share of tips
  • An additional 15% of annual salary in bonuses. (Quarterly Performance Bonus: up to 15% of salary)
  • Plan for the future: with company pension contributions
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Employee Assistance Programme: with access to counselling
  • One paid volunteering day a year
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free Pies for Family Events: Make family events extra special with a supply of free pies - our way of spreading the pie love (within reason of course...)
  • Sustainability Initiatives: Contribute to and engage with our sustainability efforts, BCorp values, and our commitment to being stewards of the environment.


Our cafes are a busy, vibrant places to work, you will receive plenty of support from your Area Manager and all the team at PMHQ. Only the most pie-tastic candidates will be invited to join our feast. So, if you're ready to be a part of our pie-loving community, are a strong leader with an eye for detail, and have the energy to drive success, please get in touch.