Coffee Cafe Manager Honolulu, HI 96814 $25
- $29 an hour
- Full-time $25
- $29 an hour
- Full-time We are a new health café and wellness center seeking an experienced, hands-on Café Manager to lead daily operations, uphold exceptional coffee quality, and guide our barista team.
This role is ideal for someone with a specialty coffee background who enjoys being on the floor, setting standards, and building systems that support both people and product. We are seed oil-free, use no artificial flavors, and work exclusively with organic ceremonial ingredients. Our mission is to provide clean, nutritious, and wholesome foods and beverages while encouraging people to eat well, live longer, and truly flourish. As Café Manager, you will oversee café operations while remaining deeply involved in coffee preparation, training, and quality control. Latte art experience is a plus but not required. Key Responsibilities Coffee, Smoothie & Quality Leadership Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, and smoothies beverages to brand standards Ensure consistency in drink quality, presentation, and portioning Assist with prepping smoothie ingredients / portions. Set and uphold coffee standards, recipes, and workflows Train baristas on espresso dialing, milk steaming, latte art techniques, and service flow Coach team members in real time to maintain speed, quality, and hospitality Team Management & Training Onboard, train, and mentor barista staff Create and manage weekly shift schedules and staffing coverage Lead daily pre-shift communication and set expectations Address performance issues, provide feedback, and support growth Foster a positive, accountable, and wellness-aligned team culture Operations & Inventory Oversee opening and closing procedures Manage inventory counts, par levels, ordering, and receiving Minimize waste and track product usage Maintain cleanliness, organization, and equipment care. Coordinate equipment maintenance and troubleshooting Customer Experience Lead by example in delivering warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service Handle customer concerns professionally and promptly Ensure the café environment reflects brand values and standards Administrative Oversight Oversee POS operations, cash handling, and end-of-day reporting Monitor scheduling efficiency Communicate operational needs, challenges, and improvements to ownership What We're Looking For 3+ years of kitchen experience, including leadership or management Strong espresso knowledge Proven ability to train and lead a café team Organized, proactive, and comfortable owning daily operations Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented Why Join Us? Opportunity to lead a new café from the ground up Supportive, wellness-focused work environment Employee discounts on food and beverages Tips We are excited to build something meaningful for our community and are looking for a Café Manager who brings both coffee expertise and thoughtful leadership to the table.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00
00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Health insurance Paid training
Work Location:
In person
