Cafe Manager

**WHO WE ARE**

Equator Coffee Roasters is an Ontario-based, mission-driven coffee roasting company from the friendly town of Almonte, Ontario. We exist to connect the coffee drinker to the coffee farmer, from one family to another. We are a, which means that we have demonstrated our commitment to our mission, the highest standards of excellence, and our social and environmental impact.

We believe the world is a better place with better quality coffee that is sourced ethically and cared for organically. At Equator, coffee is more than just a beautiful beverage; it’s a way to change the world for the better. Our cafes serve as the “front line” of our company and brand - a place for customers to learn and enjoy our core values**:service, quality, community**.

**JOB SUMMARY**

This job will be based our of our Kanata Avenue Cafe.

At Equator, our Cafe Site Manager is the heartbeat of our café operations, driving operational excellence while ensuring that every customer feels warmly welcomed and receives exceptional service. They’re responsible for bringing our core values to life with each interaction and fostering a sense of community. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of the café: being an integral part of the café staff, taking a team leadership role, and supporting ongoing training, managing seasonal and ongoing change, developing strong financial performance, and always ensuring alignment with Equator’s values and mission.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES**

**Team Leadership & Development**
- Recruit, train, mentor and manage a high-performing, value and customer-oriented team.
- Consult with the Cafe Operations Lead and Cafe Director regarding hiring, staff reviews, discipline and termination as needed.
- Foster a positive work environment, emphasizing team collaboration, open communication, and adherence to Equator's values.
- Conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews, with ongoing, informal & formal feedback and encouragement.
- Plan and execute regular staff meetings to provide information, improvement, and training.
- Work with Cafe Operations Lead to facilitate team involvement in occasional social or team building events.
- Ensure a positive culture is maintained in the café environment including teamwork, staff morale, and positive communication.
- Cater to self-development and ongoing learning opportunities.

**Customer Experience**
- Lead by example by showcasing exceptional customer service to customers and staff.
- Develop the entire team to achieve a friendly, welcoming environment and provide attentive, individualized care to each customer.

**Operational Management**
- Ensure efficient day-to-day operations of the café, maintaining the highest standards of product quality, service, and cleanliness.
- Regularly review and adjust operational processes, ensuring optimal efficiency and customer satisfaction.

**Financial Responsibility**
- Work with Equator Management to reduce or maintain the café budget regarding margins for labour, beverage, food, merchandise, and supply costs.
- Monitor daily sales and adjust as needed to improve profitability (i.e., reduce hours if traffic is low).
- Regularly analyze sales data to identify trends, potential areas for growth, and areas of concern.
- Strategize ways to increase sales with the Management Team.
- Accurately prepare tip-outs for café staff monthly.

**Schedule Management**
- Manage the schedule based on labour numbers provided by your Cafe Operations Lead, and make sure the cafe is adequately staffed to offer efficient service, while reducing or maintaining labour costs.
- Schedule On-Call shifts for the busier days and making sure your staff understand what that means (Usually Fri, Sat & Sun)
- Schedule management for illness, emergencies, and slow periods - call in an extra person or extend existing shifts. Send someone home if slow - FIFO.
- Be available to work a minimum of one weekend shift and one evening per week to ensure a high level of maintenance and service.

**Inventory & Supply Management**
- Responsible for placing and receiving all product orders and keeping the stock room clean and organized. Check deliveries on receipt for accuracy and give invoices to the Cafe Operations Lead.
- Maintaining Food & Beverage Cost of Goods based on the Forecast provided.
- Regularly monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels to minimize waste.
- Inform the Cafe Operations Lead of supplier/vendor changes in pricing and product to ensure that changes in Cost of Goods are accounted for.

**Marketing & Promotions**
- To be an Equator Brand Ambassador and teach other employees to do the same.
- Work with the Equator Marketing Team to promote Equator, café products and events to customers and ensure your team are doing the same.
- Provide Equator’s Outreach Coordinator with Social Media content upon request.
- Promote and Support Product Sales or Promotions
- Organize and attend on-site events including recurring