Top 16 Cafe assistant Jobs in Washington Dc

Cafe Assistant Manager
Sankofa Video, Books, and Cafe —Washington, DC
- $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Accounting
- Flexible schedule
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Nutrition Services Aide - Retail (Part Time)
VHC Health —Arlington, VA
- $17.42 - $26.82 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Cafe Manager - DC Blagden
Chobani —Washington, DC
- $67,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Cafe Tulum —Washington, DC
- From $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Life Cafe Assistant Leader
Life Time —Columbia, MD
- $19.75 - $28.25 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- Fast casual restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Assistant Restaurant Manager - Marketplace Café - Tysons Corner Center
Nordstrom —McLean, VA
- $48,000 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Accounting
- Fair chance
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Cafe Assistant Manager
Paris Baguette —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Assistant General Manager- DMV
Life Alive Cafe, LLC —Washington, DC
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Bakers Assistant - Prep/Frost
Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe —Vienna, VA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Store discount
- COVID-19 protective measures
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Production Assistant / Assistant Baker
Savorists Bakery & Dessert —Columbia, MD
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Assembly
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule
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Sales Personnel / Cook Assistant
DC Bakery —Alexandria, VA
- From $16 an hour
- Temporary
- Bakery
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Assistant Manager
Tropical Smoothie Cafe —Oxon Hill, MD
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Assistant Store Manager
Fresh Healthy Cafe Alexandria —Alexandria, VA
- $18.50 - $19.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Bachelor of Science
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Assistant General Manager - Restaurant
Tropical Smoothie Cafe —Clinton, MD
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Recruiting
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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Cafe Assistant Manager

Sankofa Video, Books, and Cafe
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.50 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Staff supervision
Café experience
Team supervision
Interpersonal skills
ServSafe
Hospitality industry experience
Accounting
Managing food service teams
Food Handler Certification

Full Job Description

About Sankofa Cafe

Sankofa Video, Books, and Cafe is a long-standing, family-owned community gathering space committed to cultural enrichment, economic equity, and neighborhood connection. We are seeking a motivated, community-minded Assistant Cafe Manager to support daily operations, help lead our team, and grow with us as we continue to serve as a hub of culture and connection in Washington, DC.

Position Summary

The Assistant Cafe Manager works closely with Sankofa leadership and ownership to support the smooth running of Sankofa Cafe. This is a full-time, salaried role with real day-to-day responsibility and a clear pathway to advancement into a Cafe Manager position. The ideal candidate is an emerging hospitality professional who is self-motivated, deeply rooted in the DC community, and excited to grow within a mission-driven, family-owned establishment. This role is designed for someone ready to take on meaningful responsibility while continuing to develop their management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations

Support the daily opening and closing of the cafe, including end-of-day reconciliation, cash handling, and securing the premises.
Ensure a welcoming, efficient, and high-quality experience for all customers and staff.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment in compliance with DC health and safety regulations.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for the café in the absence of ownership, escalating issues as appropriate.
Manage accounts payable, and coordinate with Sankofa leadership to ensure invoice payments.
Staff or coordinate coverage for counter during high volume days or staff call-outs.

Staff Support & Supervision

Assist with training, scheduling, and day-to-day supervision of cafe staff, including baristas, food prep, and support personnel.
Help foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-aligned workplace culture.
Support staff compliance with food safety, alcohol service, and cafe policies.
Provide frontline coaching and relay performance feedback to ownership.

Inventory & Ordering

Assist with ordering, receiving, and tracking food, beverage, and supply inventory.
Help maintain vendor relationships and flag supply or other issues.
Conduct regular inventory counts and support efforts to minimize waste.
Assist in coordinating seasonal menu items and limited-time offerings.

Programming & Community Engagement

Support the planning and execution of cafe programming, events, and community activations under the direction of ownership.
Help coordinate seasonal promotions and community-centered offerings.
Engage warmly and authentically with customers, neighbors, and community partners.
Collaborate with the bookstore on events and daily operations to optimize customer experience.

Qualifications:

Required

1–3 years of experience in cafe, restaurant, or food & beverage service, with some supervisory or lead experience.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage responsibilities independently and take initiative.
Strong interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to community-centered work.
Reliable, organized, and comfortable with the pace of a busy café environment.
Alignment with Sankofa Cafe’s mission and values.
Ability to proactively identify areas for café improvements and implement solutions

Preferred

Experience in a mission-driven, nonprofit-affiliated, or community-focused food service establishment in Washington, DC.
Food Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) — preferred upon hire; must be obtained within 60 days of start date.
Liquor service training certification (ABRA-approved or equivalent).
Interest in community programming, events, or cultural activations.
DC resident strongly preferred; candidates from Ward 1 especially encouraged to apply.
Familiarity with DC’s food service and ABRA regulatory environment a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Sankofa Cafe is a mission-driven, family-owned business. We offer a supportive, community-rooted work environment and a genuine path to advancement for the right candidate. Benefits include:

Full-time salaried position with flexible scheduling
Free coffee and one free meal per shift
A close-knit, community-focused team and workplace culture
Clear growth pathway to full Cafe Manager as the business expands

Pay: $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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