Coffee House Manager

This is a permanent position

Working Pattern:  21 hours per week, Monday 10am-4:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am-4:30pm and Friday 9am-5pm  (hours may vary due to program development, so flexibility is required)

Interview Date: w/c 2nd November 2026

The Salvation Army in Sutton is a vibrant, community-focused church, rooted in our core value of Christian hospitality. The role of the Coffee House Manager will provide a warm, visible and enthusiastic presence, creating a welcoming and accessible environment where people feel valued, connected and at home.

Key Responsibilities: 

You will oversee the day-to-day running of The Coffee House, lead and support staff and volunteers, develop a menu that is sustainable and ethically sourced, maintain high standards of customer service, food preparation and cleanliness, and contribute to the wider mission of the church and community programme.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by creating a welcoming and inclusive space where people can enjoy good food and drink, connect with others, and experience genuine community.

The successful candidate(s) will:

• You will be working with the Community Centre Manager and Church Leader, managing staff and volunteers, and together help to develop a food and service program which best serves local needs.
• You will have experience of managing a similar service, building positive relationships with staff and customers, and working confidently both independently and as part of a team.

If you feel you are wanting a challenge and wish to make a real difference in the community then apply for this position.

The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. 

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.