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Cafe General Manager

Goodwin Recruiting
locationWashington, DC, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Retail
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking an energetic and hospitality-driven General Manager to lead a café operation known for delivering a daily escape to the local community. This is an opportunity to oversee a beautiful, high-volume café where hospitality, efficiency, and financial performance come together to create an unforgettable guest experience.

General Manager – Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee dining discounts
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment

General Manager – Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a manager in a quick service or full-service restaurant, or 2 years as a Team Captain
  • Demonstrated success achieving KPIs (sales, labor targets, guest satisfaction) and ability to articulate the actions taken to deliver results
  • Strong leadership and team development skills with a passion for coaching and mentoring
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to perform in high-pressure environments while keeping teams calm and focused
  • Experience using a Point of Sale (POS) system
  • Embodies the 5Cs of leadership: Competency, Commitment, Courage, Candor, and Consistency

Must Haves

  • Lead café operations daily, visible on the floor to welcome guests, monitor service, and support the team
  • Drive financial performance by meeting sales and average check targets, managing labor costs, and reducing waste
  • Train, coach, and onboard new team members while maintaining high-performance standards
  • Build strong community connections by engaging with locals, knowing their names, and participating in neighborhood events
  • Ensure Department of Health compliance, sanitation, and safety standards at all times
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting café environment with consistently beautiful food and beverage presentation

General Manager – Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience in both quick service and full-service restaurant environments
  • Strong understanding of local community engagement and guest loyalty building
  • Proven ability to partner cross-functionally (Ops, Supply Chain, People Ops) for smooth execution
  • A passion for creating memorable guest experiences and inspiring teams to do the same


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