Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and motivated Cafe Team Leader to inspire and manage our vibrant café environment. This role is perfect for a dynamic individual who thrives in fast-paced hospitality settings, demonstrating exceptional leadership, food service expertise, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences. As a key team member, you will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety standards, and lead your team to success while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Your proactive approach and management skills will drive the café’s performance, profitability, and reputation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise daily café operations, ensuring smooth service during all shifts while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency
- Train, develop, and motivate staff in food preparation, customer service and food safety procedures
- Oversee food production processes including cooking, food handling, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with health regulations
- Manage cash handling procedures accurately and perform regular cash reconciliations at shift end
- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and control waste to optimize profitability
- Implement staff scheduling, assign tasks effectively, and supervise team members to ensure excellent service delivery
- Conduct staff interviews, participate in hiring decisions, and facilitate ongoing training & development programs
- Enforce food safety standards and maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas according to health regulations
- Support catering events or banquet services when required, ensuring seamless execution
- Evening and weekend shifts may be required
Skills
- Proven experience in quick service & fast food restaurant environments with strong management or supervisory background
- Cash handling experience essential
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively and foster a positive work environment
- Excellent communication skills for managerial tasks including interviewing, training, and staff supervision
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently in a high-volume setting while maintaining attention to detail
- Experience with hospitality management including kitchen management, team training, and managing hospitality teams
- Basic math skills for accurate cash handling and financial reporting
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and experience managing food production or catering services
Join us as a Cafe Team Leader where your enthusiasm fuels our success! Bring your culinary expertise, leadership talent, and passion for hospitality to create memorable experiences for our guests while advancing your career in a lively team environment.
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Language:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bronx, NY 10463 (Required)
Work Location: In person
