Cafe General Manager (Southlake)

Ascension Coffee Concepts LLC; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Coffee Concepts LLC in Southlake, TX seeks a Cafe General Manager for a new cafe opening Fall 2026. You will lead operations on-site, drive sales and labor targets, and coach a diverse team to deliver exceptional hospitality and coffee quality.

The role requires strong leadership, food safety focus, inventory mastery, and hands-on coaching to build a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• F&B leadership experience required.
• Specialty coffee experience is a plus.
• Reliable transportation with ability to travel between locations.
• Availability for nights and weekends.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and resourcefulness.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales, cost of goods (COGs), labor, and operational targets.
• Build and nurture a highly skilled team.
• Accurately execute inventory management, invoicing, payroll, and scheduling.
• Maintain and uphold food and beverage quality standards with a focus on food safety.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and efficient work environment, addressing equipment issues and budget adherence.
• Stay informed on hospitality trends, food innovations, and specialty coffee.

Skills

F&B leadership experience

Specialty coffee experience

Reliable transportation

Nights and weekends availability

Leadership & team-building

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Stand for extended periods

Job description

Cafe General Manager (Southlake)

Ascension Coffee Concepts LLC Southlake, Texas, United States

About this position

About Ascension Coffee

Reports to: Director of Operations

At Ascension Coffee, we are passionate about sourcing and roasting the world’s finest coffee with a

focus on supporting women farmers. Our cafés deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality

experience, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.

Position is for New Cafe opening Fall of 2026

scheduling, team leadership, inventory management, profit and loss, hospitality, and food safety. This

role demands a strong commitment to quality, teamwork, and collaboration. The General Manager drives

financial success through effective leadership and hands-on coaching. This is an on-site position

requiring a minimum of 45 hours per week.

Position is for New Cafe opening Fall of 2026

About the role

• Achieve sales, cost of goods (COGs), labor, and operational targets.
• Build and nurture a highly skilled team.
• Accurately execute inventory management, invoicing, payroll, and scheduling.
• Maintain and uphold food and beverage quality standards with a focus on food safety.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and efficient work environment, addressing equipment issues and budget
• adherence.
• Stay informed on hospitality trends, food innovations, and specialty coffee.
• Implement Ascension Coffee standards as directed by Brand Leadership.
• Drive café-level sales through exceptional service, merchandising, and local marketing events.
• Promote passion, engagement, and a positive team culture.
• Receive and apply feedback effectively, demonstrating adaptability.
• Build strong interpersonal connections with team members of all skill levels.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to inspire and align teams.
• Foster an inclusive, high-quality café culture through thoughtful leadership.

Qualifications

• F&B leadership experience required.
• Specialty coffee experience is a plus.
• Reliable transportation with the ability to travel between locations.
• Availability for nights and weekends.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and resourcefulness.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to take direction.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (~8 hours per shift).