Cafe Manager

ELIOR GROUP; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior North America seeks a versatile Café Manager for the Hamilton Township, NJ location to supervise food service operations and staff, while upholding service excellence and financial accountability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of related experience, with strong cash-handling and MS Office skills. ServSafe certification is preferred and the position is full-time onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, or health care.
• Operational knowledge of cash handling procedures and food service equipment.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• ServSafe or Dept of Health certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily café operations and ensure exceptional service for clients and guests.
• Hire, supervise, train and coach hourly team members.
• Plan and execute special events and promotions in the café.
• Maintain sanitation and cleaning standards compliance.
• Manage inventory and budgeting, optimize product ordering and storage.
• Operate within the budget and identify ways to improve the business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

ServSafe Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Requisition ID44282-Posted11/05/2026-Dining & Events-United States-Full-Time

Job Reference Number: 44282
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Dining & Events
Brand: Constellation
Location: Hamilton Township, NJ

The Role at a glance:

We are excited to bring a versatile Cafe Manager to our Constellation Culinary Group team in Hamilton, NJ. The Café Manager will be responsible for the supervision of the food service operation, ensuring the standards of excellence are met. They will supervise associates and support financial responsibilities.

What you'll be doing:

Key Accountabilities

• Manages daily café operations and ensures the clients and guests are receiving exceptional service.
• Responsible for the hiring, supervising, training and coaching of hourly team members.
• Plans, markets and executes special events/promotions in the café.
• Ensures compliance with proper sanitation and cleaning standards.
• Oversees inventory, including monitoring stock levels, conducting inventory counts, and helping ensure products are ordered and stored appropriately.
• Operates within the budget and identifies new ways to improve the business.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 1–3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations
• Operational knowledge of cash handling procedures and food service equipment
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred

Compensation Range

$55,000 - $60,000

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Constellation:

From retail spaces to office buildings, Constellation provides high-quality business dining and catering experiences all over the United States. Constellation takes pride in building every meal around its goal of fostering connections through food and hospitality.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.