Operate a New Café Space at Church Street Triangle

Arbeit Studios is inviting expressions of interest from café operators to manage a new café space, designed by Jan Kattein Architects, within the Church Street regeneration area, as part of the Triangle Enterprise Space Project. This initiative is delivered in partnership with Westminster City Council.

We are seeking an individual or company with proven experience in operating a food and beverage business, and with a strong commitment to social responsibility.

The ideal operator will:

  • Bring a fresh and distinctive offer that complements, rather than replicates, existing businesses in the area

  • Demonstrate strong social value impact, which may include working with underrepresented groups, offering local employment opportunities, or other community-focused initiatives

  • Actively partner with us in the delivery of public-facing activities and events as part of the Church Street Triangle programme

This is a collaborative opportunity to become part of a multi-site regeneration scheme that includes creative workspaces and a pop-up retail unit.

For the floorplans and site specifications, please click here.

About the Cafe Space at Church Street Triangle

The café unit comprises approximately 430.55 sqft (40 sqm), with 269.09 sqft seating area and 161.45 sqft kitchen area (25 sqm/15 sqm), fully fitted (details available on request), though minimally furnished. It is located in the heart of the Church Street community, currently undergoing significant regeneration led by Westminster City Council. The space accommodates approximately 20 covers inside and up to 26 externally (subject to licensing and proposed layout). Permitted opening hours are between 7am and 10pm, seven days a week.

The site address is 54a Church St, NW8 8ET.

Fitted Equipment Includes:

  • Polar C-Series Undercounter Fridge (150L)

  • Polar C-Series Undercounter Freezer (140L)

  • Blue Seal Turbofan Convection Oven E931M with hob supply

  • Francino Contempo CON2 two-group semi-automatic coffee machine

  • Classeq Compact Dishwasher D400 (under counter)

Terms

The successful applicant will be offered a sublease for a term of 1 to 3 years, outside the 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act. We are open to a rent and/or turnover share arrangement, and may consider a rent-free period to support initial setup.

Application Process

At this stage, we are seeking a short written proposal or business plan outlining your offer, operational approach, and vision for community impact. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to the next stage to provide a detailed financial projection, demonstrate an understanding of operating a food and beverage business, and elaborate on how they will deliver on the social value and partnership aspects of the project.

Please note: A financial plan is required as part of your application. This can be attached directly to the online form or emailed separately to info@arbeit.org.uk with your name as the subject line.

Applications without a financial plan demonstrating business viability will not be considered.

The deadline for the expression of interest is 21st September 2025.

If you have any questions please email us at info@arbeit.org.uk