Cafe Manager - Franco's

Cross Gates Family Fitness
Mandeville, LA
Category Hospitality
Job Description
Role Overview

The Café Manager will lead a busy café and kitchen, combining strong kitchen operations with genuine hospitality. The role requires a hands-on leader who can maintain service during a rush, organize the back of house, and create a café experience that keeps members coming back.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include managing daily café operations, leading a busy kitchen, developing appealing menu offerings, and maintaining consistent food quality and presentation. The Café Manager will also be responsible for building relationships with members, training the team, and maintaining a clean and inviting service counter.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing a busy café, a strong working knowledge of food preparation and ordering, and a genuine passion for hospitality. The Café Manager will be expected to lead, train, and motivate a team, and maintain high standards during high-volume service.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience managing a busy café, restaurant, or food service kitchen
  • Strong working knowledge of food preparation, ordering, inventory, kitchen organization, and cost control
  • Experience developing menus, specials, and fresh grab-and-go offerings
  • A genuine passion for hospitality and serving members and families
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team
  • Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to stay composed, prioritize, and maintain standards during high-volume service
  • Knowledge of food safety requirements and willingness to obtain or maintain applicable food safety certifications

Benefits

  • Full Time
  • Vacation Time
  • Personal Time
  • Free Family Club Membership
  • 15%-25% discount on club products and services
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA Match
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Positive and supportive work environment
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