Location: 76 South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9JT Full-Time | Permanent | 40 Hours Per Week Salary: Competitive Instagram & Tiktok: spacecafestandrews About Us – A SPACE You’ll Want to Be At SPACE Café, we’re all about good coffee, good food, and good people. We’re a bright, buzzy spot in the heart of St Andrews where the playlists are always on point, the bagels are stacked, the soups are handmade, and the salads are as fresh as the conversation. Whether it’s a busy brunch rush or a quiet mid-afternoon bite, we keep things fast, fresh, and full of flavour. Part of Scotsman Hospitality, we’ve got a strong foundation behind us but operate with creativity, independence, and a whole lot of heart. The Role – Run the Kitchen, Set the Tone We’re looking for a confident, organised Kitchen Manager who can take the lead in our back-of-house operations. This isn’t a heavy-duty kitchen – it’s about attention to freshness, speed, quality control, and a great customer experience with every bite. If you’re passionate about creating simple, fresh food that’s beautifully prepared, love keeping a kitchen organised and spotless, and thrive in a fast-paced café setting – this role is for you. What You’ll Be Doing Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and service prep Supervise kitchen operations and provide hands-on support during busy periods Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of soups, salads, and bagels and all menu items Manage inventory and ordering for fresh produce and kitchen essentials Minimise waste through smart prep systems and portion control Schedule shifts, assign daily tasks, and maintain kitchen levels Conduct food quality checks and ensure compliance with all food hygiene regulations Keep accurate cleaning logs, temperature records, and food safety documentation Create a positive, team-first kitchen culture that mirrors the front-of-house energy You’ll Be a Great Fit If You’ve managed or led a kitchen team in a café or fresh-food environment You’re passionate about healthy, simple, high-quality food You’re calm under pressure and efficient with time and resources You’re meticulous about cleanliness and food safety You know how to get the best out of a small team You enjoy being part of a workplace that’s full of personality, pace, and good food What We Offer As part of Scotsman Hospitality, you’ll get access to some fantastic perks: Wagestream: Access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it 30% off food and cinema tickets across all Scotsman venues Discounted hotel and apartment stays Access to Scotsman Perks – a benefits portal packed with offers Flexible working opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Career progression through the Scotsman Steps training programme Refer-a-Friend Scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme for extra time off when you need it Next Steps If you’re looking to lead a kitchen where freshness, flavour, and friendly vibes come first, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your kitchen leadership to a café that’s loved by locals, students, and visitors alike.