Dynamic Café Operations Lead

ACAC - ATLANTIC COAST ATHLETIC CLUBS; Virginia; On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ACAC - Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs is seeking an energetic Café Manager to lead daily café operations, hire and train staff, and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards. You will guide a high-performing team, ensure exceptional member service, and drive menu promotions in a fast-paced club environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on operations with time spent on staffing, budgeting, and maintaining an efficient café atmosphere, while fostering a positive team culture and guest experience.

Qualifications

• ServSafe certification required.
• Experience with daily café/food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Positive, energetic, proactive approach to the workplace.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead café team with clear communication and strong oversight.
• Hire, train, schedule and supervise staff for smooth operations.
• Oversee food prep, storage, safety and cleanliness.
• Plan menus and promotions to attract guests.
• Create staffing plans to support business needs.
• Foster a welcoming, professional team culture.
• Manage operations within budget and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop staff to build a strong café foundation.
• Maintain an efficient, organized, upbeat environment.
• Hands-on operations on the café floor; support team.
• Administrative and leadership duties: scheduling, inventory, reporting.

Skills

ServSafe

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Food safety

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

ACAC - Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs is seeking an energetic Café Manager to lead daily café operations, hire and train staff, and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards. You will guide a high-performing team, ensure exceptional member service, and drive menu promotions in a fast-paced club environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on operations with time spent on staffing, budgeting, and maintaining an efficient café atmosphere, while fostering a positive team culture and guest experience.