Blåbär Nordic Living is a Nordic-inspired café, design store, and deli in Putney, South West London, aiming to bring Scandinavian lifestyle to the heart of the city. We offer an immersive experience with delicious coffee, fika, and food, alongside a curated selection of homeware, fashion, and Scandi deli items. In our creative, dynamic work environment, team members share a passion for design, sustainability, and community.

Open positions

Cafe Supervisor / Assistant Manager

Blåbär is a Nordic café, design store, and deli in Putney, South West London. We're all about helping people live a life more Nordic—offering quality coffee, Scandinavian-inspired food, contemporary homeware, gifts, and a deli full of Nordic treats, all in a warm, welcoming space.

About the role:

We’re looking for a hands-on Supervisor to help run the café floor and lead our small, dedicated team. Having been a fixture in Putney for 10 years, we have a loyal community of regulars and we take a lot of pride in the quality of our service. We need someone who leads by example and understands what it takes to keep those standards high.

This is a busy, varied role where you’ll be the "go-to" person on shift, making sure everything from the coffee quality to the shop display is spot on. We operate with a flat hierarchy, so you’ll be working closely with the owners and the team in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Leading the Floor: Taking charge of the daily flow, from opening up in the morning to making sure the space stays tidy and welcoming all day.
• Coffee & Food: Serve high-quality specialty coffee and fika with focus on presentation, and manage efficient food preparation during peak periods. 
• Supporting the Team: Helping our staff stay organized and proactive, making sure everyone knows their tasks and feels supported.
• Customer Service: Building genuine relationships with our local regulars and ensuring every visitor feels the friendly hospitality we are known for.
• Inventory & Maintenance: Checking stock levels, handling daily operations, and generally "rolling up your sleeves" to help wherever is needed ensuring all areas remain organized and well-presented.
• Retail Support: Providing assistance in the design store as needed, advising customers on our homeware and deli.

About You

• Experience: You’ll need experience in a fast-paced café or specialty coffee shop.
• Leadership Skills: Previous experience in a supervisory or senior role is preferred
• Barista Proficiency: Ability to work confidently on a professional espresso machine (barista experience is a significant advantage). 
• Calm & Proactive: You’re someone who stays level-headed when it’s busy and is always looking for ways to make things run smoother.
• A People Person: You genuinely enjoy customer service and have a positive, energetic approach to work.
• Reliable: You’re looking for a stable, full-time role and are happy to commit to weekend shifts.
• Nordic Interest: A little knowledge of, or interest in, Nordic culture and design is always a plus.
• Flexibility: Must be available to work weekends and commit to a consistent 35–40 hour weekly schedule.

What we offer:

• Free coffee and lunch on shifts
• An opportunity to have an input and to shape Blåbärs future
• An enjoyable and open working environment and to be part of a friendly and passionate team
• Company pension scheme
• Discount in the Blåbär cafe and shop

Details:

• Opening Hours: 9 – 5 every day, with shifts between 8.30 – 5.30
• Pay: £14.50 - £15 / h
• Full-time: 32 - 40 hours/week
• Start date: April
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Please submit your cover letter and resume to hello@blabar.london.