Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the café, including managing staff, inventory, and customer service.
- Ensure that all food and beverages are prepared and served in accordance with company standards.
- Coordinate with the hotel's catering department to provide food and beverage services for events and banquets.
- Manage the café's budget and financial performance, including monitoring expenses and revenue.
- Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain customers, such as promotional events or loyalty programs.
- Train and mentor café staff to ensure high-quality service and adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback in a professional and timely manner.
- Collaborate with the hotel's management team to develop and implement policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of coffee preparation techniques, food production, bartending, and banquet service.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
- Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on creating a positive dining experience.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficient in using computer software for inventory management, scheduling, and reporting.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Please note that this position may also be referred to as an Café General Manager.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Experience level:
- 1 year
- 2 years
Restaurant type:
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lakeland, FL 33809: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Food Safety Manager or Handler Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person