Café Manager (Part-Time) at Café Aurore | Downtown Bozeman, Inside the Baxter Hotel $20/hour + tips while working customer service shifts Approximately 33 hours/week Bonjour! Café Aurore brings authentic French pastries, breads, specialty coffee, and French café culture to the heart of downtown Bozeman. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and hands-on Café Manager to lead the daily operations of our downtown café while providing an outstanding guest experience. This position begins with our Front of House training program before transitioning into a leadership role. As Café Manager, you will work independently most of the time, taking ownership of the café and ensuring every guest receives exceptional service. About the Role This is a leadership position for someone who enjoys wearing many hats. You will spend part of your week working on management responsibilities and the rest leading the café from the front by serving guests as a barista. You will work closely with the Owner and COO to ensure Café Aurore operates smoothly, efficiently, and consistently every day. Leadership & Management Responsibilities Oversee the daily operations of Café Aurore Manage inventory and place supply orders Complete grocery runs when needed Make bank deposits Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and train new employees Create and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Build and manage employee schedules Help execute marketing initiatives and local promotions Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient café Identify opportunities to improve systems, profitability, and the guest experience Communicate regularly with the Owner and COO regarding café performance Guest Experience & Café Operations Welcome every guest with warmth, professionalism, and hospitality Prepare and serve espresso drinks, coffee, tea, and other beverages Take customer orders and process payments accurately Maintain beautiful pastry displays throughout the day Answer customer questions and recommend products Keep the dining room, register, and café spotless Wash dishes, bus tables, sweep, mop, and take out trash Follow all food safety and sanitation standards Deliver an exceptional customer experience every single day Bakery Logistics Pick up fresh pastries and baked goods from Aurore French Bakery before opening Transport products safely to Café Aurore Open and close the café independently Return bakery pans to Aurore French Bakery Schedule Approximately 33 hours per week

Monday or Tuesday:

Management shift (approximately 3 hours) Friday through

Sunday:

6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (approximately) Year-round position (not seasonal) Looking for more hours? We'd be happy to schedule one additional shift each week at Aurore French Bakery. What We're Looking For Previous leadership or management experience preferred Barista experience preferred, but we're happy to train the right person Friendly, outgoing, and passionate about customer service Strong organizational and time-management skills Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated Comfortable working independently and making decisions High energy and comfortable in a physically active environment Coachable and eager to continuously improve Passionate about French food, coffee, and hospitality Excellent communication skills Valid driver's license and reliable transportation This Position Is NOT a Good Fit If You Cannot work weekends or early mornings Prefer a slow-paced work environment Do not enjoy interacting with customers Avoid taking ownership and responsibility Struggle to stay organized Cannot commit to a long-term position Do not enjoy being on your feet throughout the day Compensation & Benefits $20/hour Keep all tips earned during your customer service shifts Paid training Employee discount Opportunities for advancement as we continue to grow Paid Time Off after one year Our Core Values Champion Compassion We actively nurture respect and attentiveness in every interaction, meticulously crafting each loaf and pastry while caring for our team, customers, and community. Embody Integrity We live with honesty and moral uprightness through transparency in our ingredients, processes, and relationships. We show respect, reliability, punctuality, and make every moment count with no downtime. Always Excellent We take pride in doing things right. From our pastries to our service, we pursue the highest standards every day through care, consistency, and continuous improvement. Work Location Café Aurore - 105 W Main Street, Bozeman, MT 59715 (Inside the Baxter Hotel) To Apply Email your resume and three professional references to Alison at alison@aurorebakery.

com Please include:

Why do you believe you would be successful in this role? Tell us about a time you improved a process, solved a difficult operational problem, or helped a team member perform better. Confirm that you can work Tuesday management shifts and Friday through Sunday early mornings year-round. Applications without thoughtful answers will not be considered.

Pay:

$20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Job-related location requirement: Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Work Location:

In person