What Is This Job?

A Cafe Manager is an individual responsible for organizing and managing the day-to-day operations of a cafe. They oversee staff, ensure excellent customer service, handle ordering and inventory, and track financial records to increase profitability and customer engagement.

What Does This Job Do?

A Cafe Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of a cafe, including scheduling staff, training employees, ordering supplies, monitoring finances, and maintaining a clean and inviting environment. They also nurture customer relationships, resolve issues, and strive to create a popular and reputable local cafe.

Job Brief

We are looking for a Cafe Manager to organize daily operations and motivate our staff to provide excellent customer service.

Cafe Manager responsibilities include scheduling shifts for baristas and wait staff, monitoring daily expenses and revenues and ordering supplies like coffee, milk and snacks, as needed. To be successful in this role you should have work experience with various roles in coffee shops. Also, you should be available to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays.

Ultimately, you will help increase profitability, boost customer engagement and turn our cafe into a favorite local spot.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day operations of the cafe
• Hiring and onboarding new wait staff and baristas
• Training employees on drinks preparation and proper use of coffee equipment
• Manage day-to-day operations of the cafe
• Hire and onboard new wait staff and baristas
• Train employees on drinks preparation and proper use of coffee equipment
• Coordinate with vendors and order supplies, as needed (like takeaway cups, coffee, milk and other ingredients)
• Maintain updated records of daily, weekly and monthly revenues and expenses
• Add new menu items based on seasonality and customers’ preferences (for example vegan coffee drinks)
• Advise staff on the best ways to resolve issues with clients and deliver excellent customer service
• Ensure all cafe areas are clean and tidy
• Nurture friendly relationships with customers to increase loyalty and boost our reputation

Requirements

• Work experience as a Cafe Manager orBarista
• Hands-on experience with professional coffee machines
• Good math skills
• Availability to work within opening hours (including weekends and holidays)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Customer service attitude
• High school diploma
• Additional certification (e.g. in Business Administration or Hospitality) is a plus