Cafe Assistant Manager

Paris Baguette; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employee discounts

Paid training

Growth and advancement opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Paris Baguette is looking for a motivated and dependable Assistant Manager to join our café team in Washington, D.C. This role is crucial in supporting daily operations, leading the team, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment, maintain high standards, and have previous leadership experience in a food service setting. The position offers competitive pay, employee discounts, and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a café, bakery, or restaurant preferred.
• Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification is required.
• Barista experience preferred.
• Knowledge of café and bakery operations.
• Experience with inventory management and product ordering.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well with others and foster a positive team environment.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work both opening and closing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of the café.
• Lead, coach, and support team members during each shift.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve guest concerns professionally.
• Open and close the café following company procedures.
• Monitor food quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
• Manage inventory and place product and supply orders.
• Assist with scheduling and labor management.
• Train, coach, and develop new employees.
• Support barista, cashier, bakery, and café operations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health department regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Education

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

POS System

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated, dependable, and hands‑on Assistant Manager to join our Paris Baguette café team. The Assistant Manager plays a key role in supporting daily operations, leading the team, delivering exceptional customer service, and ensuring the café operates efficiently. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, leads by example, and is committed to maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of the café
• Lead, coach, and support team members during each shift
• Deliver exceptional customer service and professionally resolve guest concerns
• Open and close the café following company procedures
• Monitor food quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards
• Manage inventory and place product and supply orders
• Assist with scheduling and labor management
• Train, coach, and develop new employees
• Support barista, cashier, bakery, and café operations as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health department regulations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and positive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a café, bakery, restaurant, or similar food service environment preferred
• Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification required
• Barista experience preferred
• Knowledge of café and bakery operations
• Experience with inventory management and product ordering
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work well with others and foster a positive team environment
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work both opening and closing shifts
• Basic computer and POS system experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Employee discounts
• Paid training
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment