Tech Cafe Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Cafe Manager to lead the team at our bustling cafe nestled within The Tech Interactive: the world class science and technology center located in the heart of downtown San Jose that welcomes over 250,000 visitors a year.

Founded in 2009, Smashing Dishes/ Tony Caters is a flourishing and highly respected off-site catering company that produces extraordinary events and exceptional food service across the Bay Area.

Proudly at the helm of the Tech Cafe since 2013, we're not just a cafe - we're a culinary adventure In addition, we're the dedicated operators of a charming cafe located in Palo Alto.

As the Cafe Manager, you'll lead the charge in ensuring smooth day-to-day cafe operations, all while fostering a safe, vibrant, and uplifting workplace for our exceptional staff.

We're seeking a dynamic individual who thrives in high-energy environments, with excellent communication skills - bridging the gap between management, cafe staff and customers, while maintaining our strong relationship with our partners at The Tech Interactive.

Your boundless enthusiasm and results-driven focus will be your superpower as you guide our team to success in this exciting role. This is your chance to spearhead a fun-filled cafe experience that fuels both minds and appetites

**Core Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Champion a profitable and guest-centric environment where every visitor feels welcome
- Lead and motivate our FOH and BOH cafe team to reach new heights in service excellence and efficiency
- Foster a strong partnership with our Tech Interactive colleagues to create seamless experiences for our guests
- Ensure consistency of products offered for sale
- Maintain safe and sanitary workspaces
- Order supplies in a timely manner while minimizing product waste
- Work collaboratively with Smashing Dishes/ Tony Caters extended management team to develop and adopt systems and procedures to streamline overall cafe operations

**Culture**:

- Radiate confidence in decisions and in the team's exceptional abilities
- Set a tone of professionalism that inspires and energizes
- Embrace and embody the core values of our company: Passion, Flexibility, Integrity, Efficiency, and Respect

**What we offer**:

- A collaborative and upbeat company culture
- Competitive Wage
- Paid parking
- Quarterly and Annual Bonus opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
- 2 weeks PTO
- Retirement Plan

**Requirements**:

- Previous Cafe Management experience a must
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Cash handling experience
- Must be able to work continuously while standing for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift, pull and push materials/products to complete assigned job tasks