Top 134 Cafe manager Jobs in Durham, Nc

Restaurant Manager
The Catering Works Inc —Raleigh, NC
- From $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
Raleigh - Bartenders
Wild Wing Cafe —Durham, NC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant General Manager - Durham, NC
Panera Bread —Durham, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Raleigh - Bartenders
Wild Wing Cafe —Morrisville, NC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Raleigh - Assistant Manager
Wild Wing Cafe —Raleigh, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Manager - Durham, NC
Panera Bread —Durham, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Manager/ GM in Training (Up to $18/hr)
Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchised location —Durham, NC
- Up to $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Cafe Team Expert
Barnes & Noble, Inc. —Durham, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Bookseller - Temporary
Barnes & Noble, Inc. —Chapel Hill, NC
- Temporary
- Merchandising
- Children
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
9d
Cafe Associate
Sam's Club —Durham, NC
- $17 - $25 an hour
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Merchandising
- Paid jury duty
- Disability insurance
Retail Manager - North Carolina Central University Bookstore
Follett —Durham, NC
- $48,400 - $62,900 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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2h
Operations Manager - Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Tropical Smoothie Cafe —Durham, NC
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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5d
Culinary Director
HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) —Apex, NC
- $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Barista - PT
Barnes & Noble, Inc. —Raleigh, NC
- Part-time
- Serving
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
General Manager - Raleigh, NC - Colonnade Center Drive
Panera Bread —Raleigh, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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12d
Barista - Temporary
Barnes & Noble, Inc. —Chapel Hill, NC
- Temporary
- Serving
- Merchandising
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
9d
Campus Store Manager
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Durham, NC
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
3d
Finance Administrator
Friends of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences —Raleigh, NC
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Drift Coffee RTP Cook/Barista
Drift Coffee & Kitchen —Durham, NC
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Reliable transportation
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Host
Flying Biscuit Cafe —Chapel Hill, NC
- $12 - $14 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Restaurant Manager

The Catering Works Inc -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
From $28 an hour

Qualifications

Customer relationship building
Food safety management
Café experience
Team leadership
Upselling
Restaurant management
Complaint handling
Food service inventory management
POS systems
Team motivation (leadership skill)

Full Job Description

This position is responsible for overseeing all Front of House operations for the NCMA Cafe and Food and Beverage experiences.

The NCMA Café delivers an exceptional dining experience through its elevated spring and summer menus. Specializing in vibrant, seasonal brunch and lunch offerings, the café features scratch-made dishes crafted from premium ingredients, a curated wine list, and house-made artisan desserts.

This position serves as the primary leader for guest service, employee supervision, scheduling, training reinforcement, operational execution, and hospitality initiatives.

This role works closely with the Director of Food and Beverage to ensure exceptional guest experiences, operational consistency, and successful execution of cafe programming and special events.

Core Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Hospitality

Manage OpenTable reservations and guest engagement platforms
Respond to guest reviews and maintain a positive online presence
Utilize OpenTable tools to identify and track VIP guests, museum members, birthdays, anniversaries, and repeat visitors
Coordinate personalized guest outreach and recognition opportunities
Engage with guests throughout service to enhance hospitality and gather feedback
Resolve guest concerns and service recovery situations professionally and effectively
Maintain exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction

Leadership & Team Management

Serve as the primary Front of House leader for daily cafe operations
Create weekly employee schedules and manage labor deployment
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
Address attendance, performance, and workplace conduct concerns
Administer corrective action and disciplinary processes in partnership with Human Resources
Reinforce service standards, appearance standards, and operational expectations
Foster a positive, professional, and accountable team culture
Partner with the Director of Food & Beverage on staffing plans, succession planning, and employee

development initiatives

Communication & Daily Operations

Prepare and lead daily preshift meetings
Communicate museum events, exhibitions, cafe specials, incentives, operational updates, and daily service expectations
Support preparation for weekly NCMA leadership and operational meetings
Ensure operational priorities are communicated clearly and consistently to staff

Program & Experience Management

Oversee the execution and continuous improvement of cafe programs including:

Cafe ToGo
Wine and Social Hour Programming
Weekend Specials
Barista Program
Seasonal Promotions
Tabletop Signage and Marketing Materials

Additionally:

Support the development and execution of specialty dining experiences and events
Collaborate with museum departments and external partners as needed
Ensure programs align with overall Food and Beverage goals and guest experience standards

Inventory, Systems & Administrative Management

Oversee inventory management processes for Front of House operations
Partner with the Operations Specialist and Executive Chef to maintain inventory organization and stock levels
Maintain organization and functionality within Square POS systems
Support inventory tracking, reporting, forecasting, and system updates
Monitor ordering needs for Front of House products and supplies
Maintain accurate operational records and documentation

Operational Leadership

Provide handson support during service periods and special events
Maintain the ability to perform all Front of House positions when operationally necessary
Support workflow between service stations to maintain efficient guest service
Monitor cleanliness, organization, safety, and operational standards
Direct and prioritize operational support efforts provided by the Operations Specialist
Collaborate with kitchen leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous restaurant, hospitality, or food service management experience is required
Experience supervising and developing teams
Experience with scheduling, labor management, and performance coaching
Familiarity with POS systems, inventory management, and reservation platforms
Strong organizational, communication, and problemsolving skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as required

About The Catering Works Inc

When only the Works will do! Catering Works is an off-premise catering and special event planning company located in Raleigh, North Carolina. We serve the Triangle area, and other regions in and out of North Carolina. At the core of Catering Works success is a dedicated team of professionals, committed to preparing and presenting the highest quality recipes and beverages with artistic vision and finesse. We offer simple delivery drop off, elaborate full service events and everything in between!

Work Location: In person

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