Cafe and Bar General Manager

Cafe Flor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cafe Flor in New York is seeking a highly organized Café Operations & Events Manager to oversee daily cafe and bar operations, coordinate private events, and lead a diverse team.

You will manage staff scheduling, payroll reporting, inventory, vendor relations, and budgets while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced setting and upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a General Manager or senior management role in a café, bar, or restaurant setting.
• Proven track record of managing P&L, budgets, and cost controls.
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, craft cocktails, and food & beverage operations.
• Experience hiring, training, and leading teams in a high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with NYC health department regulations and liquor licensing requirements.
• Proficiency with POS systems and scheduling/inventory management tools.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily front-of-house and back-of-house café and bar operations.
• Hire, train, schedule, and develop a high-performing team of baristas, bartenders, and service staff.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for both food and beverage programs.
• Drive revenue growth through upselling strategies, menu development, and exceptional guest experience.
• Monitor and manage P&L, labor costs, and overall budget performance.
• Ensure compliance with NYC health codes, liquor licensing regulations, and food safety standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for private and corporate events, coordinating with the CFO on logistics.

Skills

General management

P&L management

Coffee knowledge

Craft cocktails

Team leadership

Scheduling & inventory

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts

About the Role:

Cafe Flor is seeking a highly organized, customer-focused Café Operations & Events Manager to oversee daily café operations, coordinate private events, manage staff scheduling and payroll reporting, and provide exceptional service as both a barista and bartender. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all daily front-of-house and back-of-house café and bar operations
• Hire, train, schedule, and develop a high-performing team of baristas, bartenders, and service staff
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for both food and beverage programs
• Drive revenue growth through upselling strategies, menu development, and exceptional guest experience
• Monitor and manage P&L, labor costs, and overall budget performance
• Ensure compliance with NYC health codes, liquor licensing regulations, and food safety standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for private and corporate events, coordinating with the CFO on logistics, client walkthroughs, and planning from initial inquiry through execution.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in a General Manager or senior management role in a café, bar, or restaurant setting
• Proven track record of managing P&L, budgets, and cost controls
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, craft cocktails, and food & beverage operations
• Experience hiring, training, and leading teams in a high-volume environment
• Familiarity with NYC health department regulations and liquor licensing requirements
• Proficiency with POS systems and scheduling/inventory management tools
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills