Cafe Manager

• Are you driven by excellence and clarity of vision?
• Do you thrive on building systems, coaching high-performing teams, and driving measurable results?
• Can you transform a high-volume rush into a masterclass in operational flow and genuine human connection?

Lead with Strategy, Structure, and Soul ☕ At Mothership Coffee Roasters, we’re seeking a Café Manager who combines strategic discipline with human empathy — a leader who runs operations with precision while cultivating a culture of excellence, kindness, and accountability.

Joining Mothership means committing to more than a shift. We expect craft, care, and a genuine contribution to the culture we're building together. Every team member signs a Position Commitment Form on day one — because we take who we bring into this community seriously

ABOUT US

Mothership is an independent craft coffee brand rooted in community and connection. We're built for the ones who are going somewhere — students, creatives, builders, and dreamers who want to sharpen their craft, find their people, and launch into whatever comes next. If you show up with intention and care, you'll fit right in

About You

You are analytical, self-reliant, and decisive, with a strong drive for performance and progress.
You think in systems and structure, balancing operational efficiency with team development. You understand how to hold people accountable with empathy and lead through clarity and consistency.

You don’t wait for direction — you anticipate what’s next. You see data as a tool for decision-making and culture as the foundation for execution. You want to lead a café like a business, guided by metrics, mission, and meaning.

The Role

As a Café Manager, you are both strategist and coach. You’ll oversee daily café operations, financial health, and team performance while mentoring baristas and shift leads to their fullest potential. Your success is measured by how smoothly your café runs — from guest experience to gross profit margin.

You’ll collaborate directly with the Director of Operations, translating big-picture goals into on-the-ground execution. This is more than a management role — it’s a gateway to multi-unit leadership and long-term growth within one of the most dynamic coffee brands in the Southwest.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily café operations with precision, energy, and accountability.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Oversee financial performance: gross profit, labor %, and waste control.
• Mentor and develop Shift Leads and Baristas through direct feedback and coaching.
• Implement systems for consistency, efficiency, and service excellence.
• Drive operational improvements through data and proactive problem-solving.
• Uphold health and safety standards in full compliance with regulations.
• Administer performance reviews and disciplinary actions with fairness and clarity.
• Partner with the Director of Operations on projects and strategy execution.
• Cover shifts as needed and ensure all café operations align with company goals.

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Love structure, systems, and measurable success.
• Take pride in leading teams to excellence through coaching, not control.
• Enjoy balancing strategy and execution — spreadsheets and service.
• See leadership as both an analytical and emotional craft.
• Believe accountability and kindness can coexist.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in café, restaurant, or hospitality management.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics (labor %, waste, COGS, etc.).
• Excellent communication and delegation skills.
• High-level problem-solving, organization, and initiative.
• Availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• $48,000/ annual salary + bonus potential based on performance.
• Full-time benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO.
• Employee Meal Vouchers & Growth Incentives.
• Ongoing leadership mentorship from executive team.
  
• The Launchpad Program At Mothership we invest in where you're going — not just where you are. As a team member you'll have access to our Launchpad Program, which includes skills development resources, mentor connections, a defined internal growth pathway, and a community that celebrates your wins inside and outside of work.
  

Key Metrics of Success (KPIs)

• • Gross Profit ($ and %)
  • Labor % vs. Target
  • Theoretical vs. Actual Waste
  • Team Engagement & Retention
    
  
  

Mothership Coffee Roasters

 ☕ Lead with discipline. Grow with purpose. Build something extraordinary.