Job Description

About the Role

As Cafe Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the cafe, support our staff, and make sure our guests always feel welcomed and cared for. You'll also be the face of the cafe online, helping us tell our story, share what's happening in the shop, and highlight the team and the products we're proud of.

This is a role for someone who thrives in both people-focused and operational work: building a positive culture, keeping everything organized, and maintaining a consistently high standard of coffee, food, and service.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Leading, coaching, and supporting the cafe team Creating weekly schedules and managing staffing levels Overseeing daily operations to ensure a consistent, warm guest experience Working closely with our roastery to maintain high standards in coffee quality Planning and guiding the development of our new baking + food program (2026) Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and working with local vendors Ensuring the cafe is clean, organized, and following AHS standards Helping with hiring, onboarding, and building a positive cafe culture Being present on our social media channels and online community spaces Driving to pick up additional supplies or products when needed

What We're Looking For

Experience in cafe/restaurant leadership or similar fast-paced environment A strong understanding of specialty coffee (or a genuine desire to learn deeply) Someone who communicates kindly, clearly, and calmly A natural host, you enjoy making people feel welcome Confidence in managing both people and systems Organized, reliable, and proactive, you don't wait to be asked A team-first mindset, leadership without ego

Nice to Have (but not required)

Menu or baking program development experience Social media experience in a business setting

Why Work With Us

We're a small, local team that cares about connection and doing things intentionally. You'll have creative input and real influence, your ideas will shape the cafe. We value work-life balance and a healthy workplace culture.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

How long have you worked in the specialty coffee world? Do you drive? Have you had to make a COGS sheet/ breakdown before? What is your experience in the culinary field?
Work Location: In person