Coffee Shop General Manager

Rooted Coffee; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rooted Coffee is seeking a General Manager to lead their new coffee shop in Tempe, AZ. This full-time role involves overseeing daily operations, hiring and training staff, and shaping the shop's culture. The ideal candidate is passionate about coffee and has leadership experience in the food and beverage industry. The position starts in August 2025, offering creative freedom and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free coffee

Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Monthly wellness perk (massage/pedicure)

Unlimited PTO

Annual team trip

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible compensation packages

Qualifications

• Experienced leader in coffee, food & beverage, or hospitality.
• Passionate about coffee and creating a welcoming space.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the shop.
• Hire, train, and lead the team of baristas.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Team Management

Education

2+ years experience in food & beverage or hospitality

Job description

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Coffee Shop General Manager (Full-Time | Starts August 2025)

Location:

Tempe, AZ (In-Person)

Walking distance from ASU

About the Role:

Rooted Coffee is launching this summer in the heart of Tempe, and we’re looking for a driven, creative, and reliable General Manager to take the reins. This is not your typical coffee shop job — you’ll be the heartbeat of the store, helping to shape everything from daily operations to culture and brand voice.

This is a full-time, in-person role starting in August 2025, with hiring happening in a few months. We’re posting now to begin finding the right fit early. The owner will be largely hands-off day-to-day — meaning you’ll be in full control of the shop’s operation with the freedom to run it like it’s your own.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the full daily operations of the shop (front and back of house)
• Hire, train, and lead the entire team of baristas and shift leads
• Help shape the shop’s culture, vibe, and customer experience
• Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and scheduling
• Ensure the highest level of drink quality, cleanliness, and hospitality
• Collaborate with ownership on high-level goals and vision
• Act as the face of the brand in-store and on social when needed

Who You Are:

• Experienced leader in coffee, food & beverage, or hospitality (2+ years preferred)
• Passionate about coffee, community, and creating a space people love
• Responsible, proactive, and cool under pressure
• Great with people — customers and team alike
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with owner
• Able to manage systems and operations with minimal oversight
• Comfortable with startup energy — things move fast, and you help steer the ship
• Full-time salary (to be finalized closer to start)
• Free coffee (obviously)
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Monthly wellness perk (massage/pedicure)
• Unlimited PTO (we trust you)
• Annual team trip
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tons of creative freedom and influence

Additional Notes:

This is a pre-hiring post. We’re looking to open in late summer 2025, and will begin interviewing in a couple of months. If this sounds exciting to you — get in early and help us build something special.

We offer flexible compensation packages based on your needs — including a healthcare-inclusive option or a higher base salary without benefits. We’ll discuss this together during the final interview stage.

How to Apply:

No need for a formal cover letter. Just send your resume, portfolio (if you have one), or a quick message introducing yourself and why this opportunity speaks to you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Customer Service, and Other

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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