About Us
The Lovely Food Company is a well-established neighbourhood café and wine bar in the heart of Drumcondra. Known for our specialty coffee, homemade cakes and pastries, all day brunch and relaxed wine evenings, we focus on delivering warm, genuine service in a welcoming space.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day floor operations of our busy café and restaurant, including our evening wine bar service. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong customer service skills, team supervision, and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operations of the coffee bar, restaurant, and wine bar
* Lead evening wine bar service (Thursday to Saturday)
* Supervise and motivate the front-of-house team
* Manage bookings, walk-ins, and floor flow to ensure excellent customer experience
* Assist with staff scheduling, stock control, and ordering
* Support training and development of junior team members
* Handle customer queries and feedback professionally
* Contribute ideas for events, seasonal menus, and service improvements
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisor or team lead role
* Strong barista skills and a passion for quality coffee
* Knowledge and experience with wine service is a plus
* Customer-focused approach
* Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment
* Organised, reliable, and detail-oriented
* Willing to work evenings and weekends as part of the core schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to €30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Food allowance
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person