Cafe Manager Voyager Craft Coffee Stanford, CA Job Details Full-time From $70,304 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Vendor relationship building Team leadership Coaching Staff scheduling Restaurant management Employee relationship building Team scheduling Financial performance report preparation Team development Food service inventory management Hospitality industry experience Managing food service teams POS systems Profit and loss analysis Retail management Team motivation (leadership skill) Staffing management Management experience within retail industry Food service management Team building Full Job Description Café Manager

ABOUT VOYAGER CRAFT COFFEE

At Voyager Craft Coffee, we believe that great coffee starts with great people. We are a people-first specialty coffee company rooted in craft, community, and connection. From our cafés to our roastery to our bakery, every team member plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional experience—one cup, one guest, one neighborhood at a time. We are passionate about our craft and committed to our community. If you love coffee and people, you belong here.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Stanford café is our busiest—and smallest—café. The environment is joyful, fast-paced, and hospitality-focused. The Café Manager plays a vital role in ensuring that our baristas and shift leads are well trained, confident under pressure, and supported through clear expectations, thoughtful scheduling, and consistent coaching. Your team is your number one priority. A happy, productive team makes it possible to bring exceptional hospitality and genuine care to this amazing community of students, faculty, and staff. This position requires a high level of organization, communication, and empathy. You are equally comfortable directing and coaching your team on the floor and managing the details of running a great coffee shop. Staffing, training, inventory, quality control, and guest experience all fall within your responsibilities. You love the craft, you love your team, and you love building something worth coming back to.

JOB DETAILS

Location:

389 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, CA —

Computing & Data Science Building Employment Type:

Full-time, exempt

Annual Salary:

$70,304

Bonus:

8% annual bonus based on clearly defined performance goals (KPIs), paid quarterly after the 90-day introductory period

PTO:

10 days of paid time off per year

Paid Sick Leave:

Provided separately from PTO, in accordance with California law

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, typically 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Some weekend work may be required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee daily café operations, including staffing, scheduling, and service flow Coach, train, and develop Baristas and Shift Leads to deliver a consistently excellent guest experience Maintain product quality standards across all beverages and food offerings Ensure food safety, sanitation, and café cleanliness standards are consistently met Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for the café Drive a positive team culture built on communication, accountability, and mutual respect Identify and address operational gaps proactively Collaborate with the Coffee Training Manager and Retail Lead on promotions, programs, and initiatives Handle guest concerns with grace and ensure every interaction reflects the Voyager brand Monitor café performance and contribute to financial targets

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of experience in food service management, preferably in high-volume environments Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities A calm, solutions-oriented approach in high-volume or complex situations Passion for coffee education and developing others Experience leading a multi-person team in a café or hospitality environment Experience with scheduling, inventory management, and basic financial reporting Reliable transportation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in specialty coffee

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary Performance-based bonus program Paid time off and separate paid sick leave Free drinks during every shift Generous employee coffee and product discounts A supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for growth and advancement within Voyager The chance to be part of a passionate, community-driven company

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

Voyager Craft Coffee is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

HOW TO APPLY

We would love to hear from you. To apply for the Café Manager position, please attach your resume and cover letter. Can't wait to have a coffee with you!

Pay:

From $70,304.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person