Cafe Manager: Lead Team, Growth, Flexible Hours

Preference Employment Solutions; Lake Park (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

flexible scheduling

growth opportunities

Job summary

Preference Employment Solutions seeks a Cafe Manager in Lake Park, MN to lead daily caf and kitchen operations with hands-on accountability. You’ll recruit, train, and retain a reliable team, set service standards, and ensure food quality, safety, and guest experience.

This role offers growth opportunities, equal opportunity employment, and a supportive, fast-paced environment. Leadership, ownership, and a ServSafe mindset are key; willingness to obtain certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a caf, restaurant, or hospitality setting.
• Takes ownership and accountability, not just direction.
• Strong operational instincts and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Team builder who creates buy-in and consistency.
• ServSafe certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain it shortly after hire.
• Positive, dependable, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all daily caf and kitchen operations.
• Build, train, and retain a strong, reliable team.
• Set the tone for service, culture, and guest experience.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and execution.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Own scheduling, staffing, and coverage needs.
• Step in wherever needed, from barista work to kitchen support.
• Handle guest interactions with professionalism and care.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Team building

Guest experience

Scheduling

Education

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Job description

Preference Employment Solutions seeks a Cafe Manager in Lake Park, MN to lead daily caf and kitchen operations with hands-on accountability. You’ll recruit, train, and retain a reliable team, set service standards, and ensure food quality, safety, and guest experience.

This role offers growth opportunities, equal opportunity employment, and a supportive, fast-paced environment. Leadership, ownership, and a ServSafe mindset are key; willingness to obtain certification is a plus.