General Manager – Cafe Concept

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General Manager – Cafe Concept

Join a dynamic hospitality and retail group that is redefining the neighborhood cafe experience. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical leadership role in a vibrant concept that seamlessly blends food, beverage, specialty coffee, bakery, and retail in a welcoming, community-focused environment. Be part of an organization experiencing growth and offering clear opportunities for professional advancement.

General Manager – Cafe Concept Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary ($65,000–$75,000)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Food and beverage discounts
• Clear opportunities for ongoing training and career growth as the group expands

General Manager – Cafe Concept Requirements & Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of leadership experience in hospitality, restaurants, cafés, food retail, or similar environments
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and develop a successful team
• Strong financial acumen with hands-on experience in budgeting, cost control, labor management, sales analysis, and profitability improvement
• Working knowledge of food safety regulations, inventory management, and POS systems
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• A hands-on, visible leadership style with a passion for engaging both team members and guests
• Ability to balance strategic business objectives with the operational details of daily execution

General Manager – Cafe Concept Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team dedicated to hospitality and service excellence
• Oversee daily operations including scheduling, facility standards, cleanliness, maintenance, and inventory control
• Create and uphold a positive, accountable culture focused on teamwork and guest satisfaction
• Monitor and analyze sales and financial metrics, managing labor, cost, and inventory budgets
• Partner with culinary and marketing teams to launch seasonal promotions and in-store initiatives
• Maintain rigorous food, beverage, service, and presentation standards
• Oversee all cash handling, POS functions, invoice reconciliation, and financial reporting
• Collaborate with company leadership on annual budgets, sales targets, and operational improvements

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 167210

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Emily Lauro

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