Cafe Manager

Vitality Bowls Stamford

stamford, CT

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$45,000–$55,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Catering Services, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Financial Control, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Services, Health Plan, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Metrics, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Restaurant, Retail, Retail Management, Revenue Planning, Sales, Schedule Development, Staff Training, Store Closing, Store Opening, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

stamford, CT

POSTED

30+ days ago

Benefits:

401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Profit sharing
Training & development

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Store Manager to lead day-to-day operations of our Stamford location. This role is ideal for an experienced Assistant Manager or Shift Supervisor ready for their first Store Manager opportunity, or a hospitality professional early in their career looking for meaningful responsibility and room to grow.

This is an active, working manager role. You will be responsible for running shifts, opening and closing the store, supervising staff, and ensuring consistent food quality and customer service.

As we expand to additional locations, there is opportunity for advancement into General Manager or multi-store leadership for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Shift Management

Open and close the store independently
Act as manager on duty and run shifts without direct supervision
Delegate tasks and manage break schedules
Supervise and support shift leads and part-time staff
Train new employees and reinforce brand standards
Maintain a positive, energetic team environment

Operations & Guest Experience

Ensure food is prepared accurately, safely, and in a timely manner
Maintain high cleanliness standards in the kitchen, lobby, and outside area
Handle guest concerns professionally and resolve issues effectively
Communicate accurate wait times and provide excellent customer service
Memorize menu items and confidently explain ingredients and health benefits

Inventory & Financial Controls

Assist with inventory management and placing orders
Accept and verify deliveries
Track low inventory and communicate needs to ownership
Maintain petty cash and prepare deposits
Practice cost-control and waste-reduction measures

Scheduling & Team Management

Assist with schedule creation and address availability conflicts
Monitor punctuality and adherence to break policies
Assist with interviewing and performance evaluations
Provide feedback on team strengths and development areas

Marketing & Growth Support

Support local marketing initiatives and community outreach
Assist with in-store promotions and catering coordination
Proactively suggest ideas to improve efficiency, sales, and customer experience

Requirements

1–3 years of food service, café, restaurant, or retail leadership experience
Experience opening and closing a store
Comfortable supervising team members
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Basic computer and POS proficiency
Food safety certification (or ability to obtain)
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weight
Flexible availability including weekdays and some weekends

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $45,000–$55,000 per year, depending on experience
Monthly performance bonus opportunities tied to revenue targets, labor efficiency, and operational execution
Quarterly performance bonus opportunities based on store profitability and growth metrics
401(k) with employer contribution
Profit-sharing program
Clear path to General Manager or multi-location leadership as additional stores are developed

About the Company

Vitality Bowls Stamford

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