We’ve been roasting speciality coffee for over 30 years. From humble beginnings as a little coffee cart in Auckland, NZ, Allpress has evolved into a sophisticated brand that stands for flavour and service.  Right from the start three core principles have formed the backbone of our business – People, Flavour and Innovation. We are united in our genuine care for each other, our customers, and our belief in what we do. We need great people who will bring their imagination, skills and most importantly, their passion to our business. About the role. We are currently looking for an energetic and highly motivated hospitality professional to join our Dalston cafe team as our Assistant Cafe Manager.  Here at Allpress we have an uncompromising commitment to great tasting coffee, flavour and service. We care deeply about our customers, and strive to deliver a consistent & distinctive customer experience that is unique to the Allpress brand. This position is all about ensuring our customers have the best experience possible. When you work with us as our Assistant Cafe Manager, you're promoting and selling our coffee and retail products, ensuring the space is vibrant and inviting plus checking our displays are looking their best. You will be our resident coffee expert, responsible for recipes, quality control and ensuring everyone in the team delivers excellent coffees. As an Assistant Cafe Manager your priority will be exceptional customer service, supporting the team to deliver consistent, great coffee and an overall eye for the room whilst being a support to our Cafe General Manager.    Responsibilities will include: * Having an eye for the room including maintaining H&S standards * Ensuring retail displays are always looking their best * Running the cafe while the Cafe General Manager is absent * Leading preparation of outstanding coffee – this includes ongoing staff training and QC in all aspects of coffee * Understanding of our order process and maintaining stock levels * Delivering genuine and efficient service to each and every customer * Ensuring the team are delivering high standards of service * Advising on and selling retail coffee & accessories * Running food & drinks * Operating efficient table maintenance and service to dine in customers * Opening and closing the café Details: Hours: 5 shifts per week around 40 hours per week Salary: £32,000 - £33,000 dependant on experience Days: Flexibility on days is preferred and weekend days are essential. Times: The cafe is open between 8-4 Mon-Fri and 9-4 on Saturdays and Sundays.  Probation period: 3 months  Reporting to: Dalston Cafe General manager   If you're a friendly, professional and sincere team player who really relishes the opportunity to deliver exceptional customer service - we'd love to hear from you. At Allpress we are proud to promote diversity and flexible working. We are an equal opportunities employer who values inclusivity.   If this sounds like you then please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining: Why you’d like to work for Allpress What interests you in the role Why you think you’d be a good fit Annual Leave and support: * 33 days of annual leave * 5 days of personal leave * An employee assistance programme supporting your mental health * Enhanced parental leave * Gender affirmation leave Training and Development: * Full role specific training including coffee skillset training with our Head of Coffee. Benefits: * Fully paid access to Wellhub * Free weekly beans for home * Cycle to Work scheme * 30% off all retail goods * Discounts across our community partners   Diversity & Inclusion Pledge At Allpress we truly believe we are better together – We are committed to being an inclusive organisation where all people feel valued, respected and engaged. We commit to… Continuously working towards removing barriers and bias. Building inclusive teams who represent people from all groups in society Building a safe environment where it is encouraged to speak out against discrimination in any form. Cultivating a sense of belonging by encouraging our people to fearlessly bring their whole selves to work