Coffee Cafe - Supervisor

EnsembleLong Beach, CA
5d

About The Position

A Coffee Cafe Supervisor (Lead Barista/Working Supervisor) The Coffee Café Supervisor is responsible for the daily execution and leadership of the coffee café operation within a high-volume hotel restaurant environment. This role serves as the in-house subject matter expert on espresso and coffee beverage preparation, ensuring consistent product quality, efficient service, and an elevated guest experience. The Coffee Café Supervisor provides technical training and guidance to café staff, supports café and beverage operations, and assists with guest flow and large party coordination for Fuego reservations. This position is a working supervisor role focused on hands-on leadership and operational excellence in the café. This role operates in accordance with all applicable union agreements.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead barista in a supervisory role with a strong understanding of coffee preparation and beverage recipes.
  • Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage conflicts, and create a positive work environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with customers and staff.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure product quality and adhere to standards

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily coffee café operations with a focus on espresso quality, beverage consistency, and service efficiency
  • Serve as the technical expert in espresso preparation, including dialing in grinders, extraction standards, and beverage execution
  • Maintain and uphold recipe standards for all coffee and specialty beverages
  • Ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, and operation of all coffee equipment
  • Provide hands-on training and ongoing coaching to baristas on coffee preparation and service standards
  • Support onboarding and development of new café team members
  • Reinforce speed, quality, and consistency standards during service
  • Lead by example in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment
  • Deliver friendly, attentive, and efficient guest service in the coffee café
  • Resolve guest service issues with professionalism and urgency
  • Create a welcoming and high-quality café experience consistent with hotel standards
  • Support café sales performance, cost control, and waste reduction efforts
  • Assist with inventory monitoring and ordering of coffee-related products
  • Coordinate with management on café staffing needs and service flow
  • Support reservations and coordination for larger parties in Fuego as needed
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