Manager, Cafe Operations

Hard Rock International; Köln; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Hard Rock Cafe Cologne is seeking an Operations Manager to drive the cafe’s P&L and revenue growth while upholding Hard Rock brand standards. You will mentor hourly staff, manage labor scheduling, and lead cross-department collaboration to ensure consistent delivery of products and services.

The role focuses on developing talent, maintaining guest satisfaction, and implementing brand-driven processes to maximize sales and overall performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an Operations Managerial role with high volume exposure in a casual-themed, full-service restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate financial comprehension of the cafe budget and P&L.
• Mentor and coach hourly staff toHard Rock brand service standards.
• Manage labor schedules aligned with the cafe budget and forecasts.
• Operate the department or cost center to meet brand standards and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure systems and processes are followed.
• Attract and retain top talent and develop career paths for staff.

Skills

Staff development

Communication

Business acumen

Problem solving

Leadership

Job description

## Manager, Cafe OperationsApplylocations: Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Germanytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10012Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits**Job Description:**Position summaryThe Operations Manager is responsible for departmental P & L expense lines as designated by the General Manager. The Operations Manager also supports cafe senior leadership in upholding all brand standards and core values, while meeting or exceeding Hard Rock business objectives.Functions* Demonstrate financial comprehension of the cafe’s budget and P&L.* Serve as a mentor and coach to develop hourly staff members into Hard Rock brand ambassadors and industry leading customer service stewards.* Manage labor schedules in line with the cafe’s budget and forecast models.* Successfully run a department and/or cost center.* Partner across all departments in an effort to support the team in consistent execution of all systems and processes to deliver all products and services to Hard Rock’s brand standards.* Support senior management in building a highly functional hourly team who share a common vision and values surrounding the overall success of the Cafe.* Execute established brand standards within the Rock Shop as well as think outside the box to harness potential opportunities to grow retail sales through both staff and guest interaction.* Foster an environment of customer service in which all team members put the guest first in every situation.* Execute established standards for overall guest satisfaction that meet or exceed brand standards as determined by an objective ranking systems.* Remain an objective observer of the standards of service to ensure guest expectations of the Brand & Cafe are upheld.* Ability to engage with guests in regards to music both current and past.* Support senior management in attracting and retaining the most exceptionally talented people available in the market and place them in positions that leverage their skills and expertise for maximum impact.* Clearly define goals and expectations for team members using performance review tools and hold your team accountable for successful performance.* Support staff development and advancement along well-defined career paths.* Serve as a Learning Coach developing, implementing, and executing learning & developmental programs for all individuals under their stewardship to drive continuous improvement and employee retention.* Possess a self-motivated approach to their own personal and professionalThis job description reflects the position’s essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned.QualificationsEXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS* Proven experience within an Operations Managerial role with high volume exposure in a casual- themed, full- service restaurant.SKILLS* Ability to learn and bring "out of the box" ideas to their team.* Genuine enthusiasm and aptitude for serving people.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* High level of business acumen and common sense.* Demonstrates strong problem solving skills through ability to diagnose and implement solutions.* Must possess strong communication and listening skills, excellent speaking, reading and writing.* Comprehend and use technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.* Ability to effectively pitch and present information in one-on-one and group situations to media, customers, clients, partners and other employees of the organization.* Multiple language abilities a plus, fluency in English required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS* Managers are expected to be able to perform the job functions with reasonable accommodation.