About the Monks Well & PantrySince opening in March 2025, the Monks Well and Pantry has quickly established itself as a community hub. The Monks Pantry is a cost brunch cafe and is a regular meeting point for locals and a destination cafe for those further afield. The monks well pub is a regular host to parties, family occasions and events and a live music venue.With a great team of chefs and floor staff we are seeking a manager to help advance the food service offering to the next level across both the cafe and events offering.Role OverviewThe Café & Events Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of The Monks Pantry café in Quin, Co Clare and the planning, coordination, and delivery of food for parties and events hosted at The Monks Well pub.This is a hands-on leadership role, combining café operations, team management, food standards, and event catering execution, ensuring a seamless food offering across both businesses.Key ResponsibilitiesCafé Operations & ServiceManage daily café operations, including opening and closingEnsure consistently high standards of food, coffee, cleanliness, and serviceLead service during busy breakfast and brunch periodsMaintain a warm, welcoming café atmosphereHandle customer feedback and resolve issues promptlyEvents & Party Catering (The Monks Well)Plan, coordinate, and deliver food for private parties, family gatherings, community events, and pub functionsLiaise with pub management on event numbers, timings, menus, and pricingDesign and execute simple event menus (finger food, sharing boards, platters, buffets)Coordinate staffing, prep schedules, and service flow for eventsEnsure food is delivered on time, to standard, and within budgetManage event-specific stock ordering and cost controlTeam Leadership & StaffingRecruit, train, and supervise café and event staffCreate staff rosters covering café service and event cateringLead by example during service and eventsMaintain clear standards for professionalism, hygiene, and teamworkSupport staff training across café and event food serviceStock, Ordering & Cost ControlOversee food, coffee, and consumables orderingControl food costs, portioning, and wasteConduct stock takes for café and event cateringMonitor GP margins for both café menu and event foodWork with suppliers to maintain quality and valueFood Safety, Compliance & StandardsEnsure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulationsMaintain cleaning schedules and food safety recordsEnsure safe transport and service of food for eventsAct as point of contact for inspections where requiredFinancial & Commercial PerformanceTrack daily café sales and event profitabilityControl labour costs across café and eventsAssist with menu pricing and costingsIdentify opportunities to increase revenue through events, platters, and add-onsContribute ideas for seasonal menus and promotionsBrand, Community & CollaborationUphold the ethos and brand of The Monks Pantry and The Monks WellWork closely with pub management to ensure smooth event deliveryBuild relationships with regular customers, local groups, and event organisersSupport marketing of catering and event food offeringsSkills & ExperienceEssential:Experience managing a café, kitchen, or food operationStrong organisational and leadership skillsExperience coordinating food for events or functionsGood understanding of food safety and stock controlAbility to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional late eventsDesirable:Brunch or café food experienceEvent or pub catering experienceMenu costing and GP management experienceBarista skillsPersonal AttributesFriendly and warm personalityHighly organised and calm under pressureCommercially aware and cost-consciousHands-on, flexible, and solutions-focusedStrong communicator across kitchen, floor, and bar teamsPride in food quality and presentationWhat We OfferCompetitive pay, based on experienceOpportunity to shape café and event catering growthVaried role with responsibility and autonomySupportive ownership and close-knit teamJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person