Assistant Cafe Manager (Front of House)

Assistant Cafe Manager (Front of House) Daytime Shifts Great Career Progression Location: Edinburgh (City Centre or Stockbridge) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Laila Brunch Join the team at Laila, Edinburghs most photogenic brunch destination! As a local brand with two sites in the city, they pride their selves on delivering exceptional service and a unique dining experience. They are currently looking for an experienced and energetic Assistant Manager to help them continue their success.

The Role Do you love leading a team and delivering exceptional customer service? This is a hands-on management role perfect for a Supervisor or Assistant Manager ready to take the next step. You will enjoy a competitive salary package and a daytime-only roster, ensuring a healthy work–life balance.

Key Benefits & Salary

Base Salary: £28,000 per annum

Service Charge: £6,000 – £8,000 per annum (OTE £34k–£36k)

Hours: Approx. 40 hours per week (5 days)

Shift Pattern: Daytime only

Progression: Guaranteed salary reviews at 6 months and 12 months

Culture: A supportive environment with real opportunities to grow within a local business.

Your Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Supervise, motivate, and train the Front of House (FOH) team.

Operations: Manage opening and closing procedures and assist with rota management.

Service Standards: Drive high standards of customer service and coffee quality.

Management Support: Support the General Manager in daily operations and health & safety compliance.

About You

Experienced: Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role (Hospitality, Restaurant, or Café background preferred).

Communicator: Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Proactive: Highly organised, reliable, and passionate about the guest experience.