PM Assistant Café Manager
About The Position
Bon Appétit Management Company is seeking an Assistant Café Manager to support the overall success and operational excellence of its café in San Bruno, California. Working closely with the Café Manager, this role oversees daily café operations and helps develop and manage the performance of team members. The Assistant Café Manager ensures adherence to the partner’s culture and guidelines, local Health Department regulations, and Bon Appétit standards for food quality, freshness, and presentation. The position also promotes customer satisfaction and strong, collaborative relationships with clients, while championing workplace and food safety. The café’s food program aims to inspire food choices and use food experiences to help develop more sustainable lifestyles and communities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The listed salary range is $83,000–$88,000. An associate degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred. At least one year of supervisory experience in a similar high-volume, premium food service or hospitality environment is specified among the preferred qualifications.
Requirements
- At least one year of supervisory experience in a similar high-volume, premium food service or hospitality environment.
- Ability to drive and enhance a culture focused on food and workplace safety.
- Ability to integrate diverse perspectives and experiences to build a cohesive team culture.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction and guest-facing hospitality.
- Computer and technical proficiency, including working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience in a restaurant, café, hotel, or high-end events environment.
- ServSafe Certification.
- Experience managing in a union environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage workplace and food safety standards, including allergen management, to protect guests and ensure operational compliance.
- Attend monthly safety meetings, participate in safety inspections, and ensure daily operations meet or exceed corporate safety benchmarks.
- Establish and maintain warm, inclusive hospitality that engages guests.
- Participate in team-member selection and lead ongoing training and professional development for front-of-house staff.
- Monitor financial and budgetary responsibilities while maintaining operational standards and fiscal efficiency.
- Complete payroll, service reports, accounts receivable, and human resources documentation within required timelines.
- Operate web-based ordering systems, process customer requests, and manage menu updates.
- Communicate and partner with the Café Manager and client stakeholders to meet café objectives.
- Motivate and direct associates toward operational objectives and exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Ensure adherence to the partner’s culture and guidelines, local Health Department regulations, and Bon Appétit standards for food quality, freshness, and presentation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
- Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
