Assistant Cafe Leader

G&B COFFEE LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured incentive compensation

Medical benefits (Kaiser Permanente)

Vision and dental benefits

401k with company matching

Free drinks

Job summary

G&B COFFEE LLC in Los Angeles is seeking an Assistant Cafe Leader to serve as a manager-in-training, stepping in when the General Manager is unavailable. You will help with onboarding, staff development, and ensuring top quality beverage and guest experiences.

The role requires cross-training front and back of house, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to improving cafe operations and profitability, with a friendly and inclusive team culture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a cafe or hospitality team with emphasis on training and development.
• Ability to manage shifts, delegate tasks, and monitor daily goals.
• Comfort in reviewing and acting on cafe P&L and operations improvements.

Responsibilities

• Execute onboarding and development for the cafe team.
• Support GM with interviewing and onboarding of new hires.
• Efficiently run shifts, assigning positions and tasks to meet daily goals.
• Review the P&L with the GM and take action for improvement.
• Coach and empower team members to own the customer experience.
• Ensure proper stock, inventory management, and end-of-period duties.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Leadership

Staff training

Tools

Espresso machines

Coffee brewers

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Cafe LeaderReports to: General ManagerClassification: Full-time, hourlyWage: $21-23/hour + tips + incentive bonusWhat's the job?Assistant Cafe Leaders (ACLs) are managers in training. They operate as the go-to person when the General Manager is not available and anticipate the needs of their team and cafe. The ACL collaborates with their manager to improve the cafe’s P&L statement through day-to-day operational support. They are cross-trained in the front and back of the house, while able to maintain quality standards across every position. ACLs facilitate their team’s training progress and ensure a commitment to G&B and GGET values and standards.ACLs are accountable for maintaining a positive work environment and ensuring fair and consistent treatment of all staff.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute onboarding and development for the cafe teamSupport GM with interviewing and onboarding of new hires- Host palette development activities- Disseminate new coffee updates to the team- Validate level-progressAct with owner-eyes in the cafe to solve problems before they occurSurface problems to the manager with a solutions mindset- Efficiently run shifts, assigning positions and tasks to meet the day’s goals and running breaks at the appropriate time- Suggest improvements or ways to refine processes, creating tools when necessary- Review the P&L with the GM and take action for improvement- Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance in the cafe Instill accountability in team members- Perform regular QC for both food and beverages- Deliver and pull feedback regularly with your team- Coach Shift Lead and team members in time management, task completion, and intentional operation- Send people home when appropriateEnsure the cafe is properly stockedSupport GM in end of period duties- Place orders (paper goods, Vesta, coffee, pastry) effectivelyOther Job DutiesBe kind, engaging, and knowledgeable about our offerings and about coffee generallyBe positive and honestDisplay excellent hospitality to all customers and coworkersHustle, serve guests with magical speedDisplay confidence and seek to constantly improve your skills in all aspects of daily coffeebar operations, including but not limited to:- Customer service- Coffee brewing and espresso extraction- Drink finishing- Serving food- Dishwashing and general cleaningHandle cash and card transactions, ensuring accurate keeping of your tillHold keys for the shop, open/close the storeDemonstrate proficiency in all roles of the shop, front and back of houseReplenish inventory or make proper substitutions for parsProactively pass on CS knowledge to new staffCoach and empower team members to take ownership of each customer’s experienceDe-escalate high-intensity customer interactionsCheck your Slack communications at the start and end of every shift and interface as necessary with other teams/locationsAct on behalf of the GM when no other leadership is presentRequired Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesUnderstand and implement our mission, vision and valuesApply “owner eyes” to all aspects of the shopDemonstrate mastery of formal staff training, feedback, and shop processesDemonstrate a keen eye for detail and the bar skills necessary to lead coffee serviceDemonstrate the ability to improve the work - and the experience - of the employees around youManage up, bringing not only problems but also potential solutions, to your managerShare our absolute passion for coffee, food, and hospitalityOpen and/or close the coffeebar, and posses overall schedule flexibilityExcellent time management and delegation skillsFunction well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environmentExperiential QualificationsPrevious success working on a G&B/GGET team of highly-comparable experience from an outside companyExperience working with diverse teamsPhysical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodationAbility to move about the cafe space frequently throughout shiftAbility to operate job related tools, such as espresso machines and coffee brewersAbility to communicate effectively with coworkers and customersAbility to frequently move prep items in bins weighing up to 40lbsExposure to kitchen environment with hot surfacesSome Reasons You Might Like Working HereWe offer competitive salaries and (for this position) structured incentive compensationWe offer company-sponsored medical benefits through Kaiser Permanente for both yourself and your dependantsAdditional vision and dental benefitsWe offer a 401k plan with company matching fundsFree drinks, one free bag of coffee per week, and discounts on all food and merchWe are a growing company rooted in the LA areaWe have a proven track record of promoting from withinWe are a team full of passionate people who love what we do