Cafe Manager

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionacac is seeking an energetic and experienced and business-minded Café Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our café. The ideal candidate is a positive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, community-focused environment and understands how to balance great food and service with strong business fundamentals. This position requires operational leadership and a clear understanding of cost controls, labor efficiency, and financial performance. Passion for food is important, but business sense is essential. What You'll DoProvide strong, positive leadership and clear communication to café team membersHire, train, schedule, and supervise staff to ensure smooth daily operationsOversee food preparation, storage, safety, and cleanliness standardsManage food costs, conduct COG (Cost of Goods) calculations, and control waste to support profitabilityDevelop and manage payroll staffing models that align labor costs with sales volume Plan, price, market, and execute café menus and promotions with profitability in mind Create and maintain schedules and staffing plans that balance service excellence and labor efficiency Foster a welcoming, professional, and customer-focused team cultureManage café operations within budget, analyze financial performance, and identify opportunities for growth and improvementSupport and develop team members to build a strong, consistent, and accountable café foundationMaintain an efficient, organized, and upbeat café environmentRole Breakdown60% Hands-On OperationsWorking on the café floorSupporting team members Preparing food and beveragesMaintaining cleanliness and food safetyDelivering exceptional member service40% Administrative & Leadership DutiesHiring, training, and performance management Scheduling and payroll planning COG analysis, inventory management, ordering, and cost controlReporting and financial trackingMenu planning, pricing, and promotional strategy with a focus on profitabilityRequirementsWhat We're Looking ForProven experience managing a café, restaurant, or food operation with financial responsibilityStrong understanding of food cost, labor cost, and profit margins Comfortable analyzing numbers and making data-driven decisionsAble to balance hospitality, food quality, and financial performance Thrives in a leadership role that requires both creativity and accountabilityServSafe certification requiredPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a shiftWillingness to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motionsAbility to lift and carry up to 45 lbsCompany expectationsRead, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member HandbookPark in team member designated areasClub cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep club neat and cleanAttend mandatory Personal Training meetingsAssist with Service Days, as assigned by SupervisorAssist with club programs, special events, or activities, as assigned by SupervisorPromptly respond to work-related correspondenceExhibit a positive attitude at all timesDeliver outstanding service to members and guests, following acac's Five*Star principlesAffirmative Action/EEO statementacac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Other dutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Created: 2026-04-02