Cafe Manager/Barista Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Cafe Manager/Barista Short Path Distillery 71 Kelvin Street, Everett, MA 02149 Café Manager –

Full-Time Compensation:

Starting at $25/hour depending on experience

Schedule:

Morning and daytime shifts only (we close at 3:30 PM) We’re launching a brand-new café at Short Path Distillery and looking for a hands-on, experienced Café Manager to lead our opening team. This is a unique opportunity to help shape something from the ground up — to build systems, develop team culture, and guide daily operations in a space where quality, hospitality, and community come first. We’re partnering with Gracenote Coffee for our coffee program and Forge for our food program.

What You’ll Do:

Oversee daily operations: scheduling, ordering, inventory, and team management Train and support a team of baristas and shift leads Lead by example behind the bar, ensuring drinks, service, and space meet high standards Support team morale, performance, and communication Collaborate with ownership to define goals, build systems, and grow the café

What We’re Looking For:

2+ years of café or hospitality management experience required Strong leadership, communication, and time management skills Experience in high-volume service environments Passion for hospitality and a desire to build something lasting Calm, organized, and solutions-oriented

Key Skills:

Staff development and leadership Espresso and café operations proficiency Conflict resolution and problem-solving Cleanliness, organization, and accountability Commitment to hospitality, quality, and consistency

Perks & Benefits:

25% employee discount 401(k) with employer match (after 1 year) Paid vacation and sick time Health and dental insurance

Why Join Us:

Be part of a brand-new café from day one Help shape systems, culture, and service standards Work with a team that values quality and kindness in equal measure Opportunity to grow as we expand Learn more about distilling and bartending (the café is inside our distillery!)

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Shift:

Day shift Morning shift

Work Location:

In person