Job Description
Manage and maintain day-to-day operations of the Café and Bookstore. The Café Manager/Chef position requires the ability to handle multiple priorities, keen leadership, motivational skills, and excellent customer service. Work involves extensive contact with customers and vendors.
Performs a variety of functions which includes but not all-inclusive:
Must be able to perform the job duties cited below as they reflect and are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Comply with Health Department guidelines (training and certification are required).
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall task via Café and Bookstore.
- Create, cook, and add new menu items based on seasonal and customer preferences (example: Nutritious, Vegan, etc.). Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Responsible for opening and closing the store daily.
- Develop and plan menus and daily specials. Understand menu and recipe development techniques.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations including safety.
- Hiring and training employees. Ensure all Café/Bookstore areas as clean and tidy.
- Assigning tasks to employees, make certain all responsibilities and duties are performed correctly and timely.
- Ensure storage and purchase of the proper number of supplies for the Coffee Shop and Merchandise for the store. Process special orders including credit card orders, ensure immediate shipment.
- Maintain a balance of cash drawer, ensure all deposits are accurate.
- Maintain Bookstore inventory and maintain Daystar brand in-store through designing, decorating, and arranging stock.
- Receives all estate jewelry donated to the ministry and ensures proper appraisals and pricing.
- Prepare daily and monthly reporting to the accounting department.
- Perform all administrative tasks, create accounts with vendors, approve invoices and submit all expenses to the Executive Director of Operations for approval.
- Per request: Provide products needed to other departments in the organization and report all requests on the House Account.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Work experience as a Café Manager (coffee chop) including Chef experience
- Must demonstrate knowledge of primary job duties/responsibilities and KSA’s
- Knowledgeable of Food and Safety Regulations
- Must be able to use knife/kitchen equipment properly.
- Leadership Experience with direct reports (4)
- Ability to address complaints and resolve conflicts professionally.
- Train employees on drinks (coffee, etc.) preparation and proper use of equipment.
- Coordinate with vendors and order supplies. Reporting tasks (daily and monthly).
- Maintain updated records of daily, weekly, and monthly revenues and expenses.
- May have some local travel. Work additional hours during events (Christmas Lights, etc.)
- Must be a Christian who is personally committed to the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Education and Experience
- Associate Degree or equivalent from a two-year college
- Two-three years of related experience and/or training in Retail Management or a combination of both. Stay Informed and aware of culinary trends.
- Chef experience required. Managing Café, Coffee Shop, and Retail are required.
- Comply with the Health Department Guidelines (training and certification are required).
How To Apply
Thank you for showing interest in Daystar’s job openings.
In order to be considered for a position, please complete the online application at www.daystar.com/employment. Simply click on the job title to apply.
Thank you and God’s Blessing to you.
