Cafe Supervisor

Buddy Brew; Angel Run, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share

Supervisor Academy

Competitive wage

Job summary

Buddy Brew Coffee in Tampa Bay is hiring Café Supervisors to lead new small-format cafés. You will be the primary store leader, owning guest experience, shift execution, coffee quality, inventory, and team culture within a tight-knit team.

We value hospitality, fast-paced leadership, and coaching. Training includes Supervisor Academy at our Kennedy location with hands-on practice and a final readiness evaluation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Shift Lead, Supervisor, or similar leadership role in coffee or food service.
• Strong hospitality mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead in fast-paced environments and coach peers.
• Reliable, organized, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with hospitality and operational efficiency.
• Coach and develop baristas in real time.
• Drive drink and food quality, speed, and cleanliness.
• Support staffing and inventory management.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day café operations.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Coaching

Operations

Job description

Career Opportunities with Buddy Brew Coffee

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Buddy Brew Coffee is hiring Café Supervisors to lead new small-format café locations across Tampa Bay. This is a unique opportunity to step into a store leadership role and help launch an exciting new chapter of Buddy Brew. In these cafés, you’ll be the primary leader—owning guest experience, shift execution, coffee quality, inventory, and team culture within a small, high-performing team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead shifts with strong hospitality and operational efficiency
• Coach and develop baristas in real time
• Drive drink and food quality, speed, and cleanliness standards
• Support staffing (call-outs, coverage) and basic operations (inventory, ordering)
• Help keep your café running smoothly day-to-day

What we’re looking for:

• Experience as a Shift Lead, Supervisor, or similar leadership role in coffee or food service
• Strong hospitality mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment and coach peers effectively
• Reliable, organized, and calm under pressure

Training includes:

• Supervisor Academy at our Kennedy location
• Hands‑on training in high‑performing cafés
• Final readiness evaluation before leading a store

Compensation:

• $18–$20/hour (based on experience) + tip share (floor hours)
• Estimated total compensation ~$47K/year