Argrow's Cafe and Gift Shop Manager

About Us:

We are launching a new café in Davenport, IA, with a mission to serve more than just great coffee. As a social enterprise, our café will be a welcoming space where community, inclusion, and sustainability come together. We aim to provide meaningful employment opportunities, source locally, and create a place where customers and employees alike can thrive.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, entrepreneurial-minded Café Manager to help bring this vision to life. The Café Manager will play a critical role in setting up and managing all aspects of the café, from concept to opening day and beyond. This position is ideal for someone who has a deep interest in social enterprise, loves food and beverage, and is excited to create a space that makes a positive community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Opening:

• Collaborate with founders to help shape the café’s concept, mission, and branding.

• Assist with the café’s physical setup, including layout, equipment sourcing, and design.

• Build relationships with local vendors and partners, ensuring the café’s supply chain aligns with our values of sustainability and local sourcing.

• Hire, train, and onboard staff, focusing on creating a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

• Develop operational processes, including inventory management, scheduling, and customer service protocols.

• Oversee the development of the café’s menu, ensuring a high-quality offering that meets both customer preferences and our social mission.

• Post-Opening:

• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth service and high customer satisfaction.

• Lead and inspire café staff, providing ongoing training and professional development.

• Manage budgets, financial reporting, and inventory control to ensure the café’s financial sustainability.

• Build and foster community relationships, including organizing events and partnerships that align with the café’s mission.

• Implement sustainable business practices that reduce waste, conserve energy, and support environmental goals.

• Regularly assess and improve operations to enhance the café’s impact and profitability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in hospitality management, ideally in a café or restaurant setting.

• Passion for social enterprise, sustainability, and community-building.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and manage a diverse team.

• Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to take ownership of the café’s success.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Knowledge of local sourcing, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency is a plus.

• Ability to handle the demands of a startup environment, including flexibility, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.43 - $18.28 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Shift:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18