Shift Lead - Leadership Path to Assistant Manager

Finjan-Coffee-Co; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Paid training

Job summary

Finjan Coffee Co is seeking a Shift Lead / Manager-in-Training in San Diego, CA. This full-time role offers a leadership track designed to grow into an Assistant Manager position, with weekend and weekday availability and early mornings and late shifts.

The position provides a clear path to management, ongoing leadership development, and training. Compensation ranges from $19 to $25 per hour, with tips included, and growth opportunities within a thriving, hospitality-driven brand.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in coffee
• Experience leading shifts or small teams
• Familiarity with POS systems, inventory, or scheduling
• Food Handler’s Card (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support daily operations in a high-volume environment
• Train, coach, and develop baristas and shift leads
• Learn scheduling, inventory management, and cost control
• Ensure high standards of hospitality and guest experience
• Partner with leadership on hiring, culture, and team performance
• Take on increasing responsibility as you grow into management

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Hospitality

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management

Scheduling

Job description

Finjan Coffee Co is seeking a Shift Lead / Manager-in-Training in San Diego, CA. This full-time role offers a leadership track designed to grow into an Assistant Manager position, with weekend and weekday availability and early mornings and late shifts.

The position provides a clear path to management, ongoing leadership development, and training. Compensation ranges from $19 to $25 per hour, with tips included, and growth opportunities within a thriving, hospitality-driven brand.