Cafe Manager at Meda Agency Inc

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 27

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

12 Oct, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Industry

Hospitality & Travel

Description

Job description

Opening Café Manager - Canmore

Location: Canmore, Alberta

Employment Type: Full-Time

Target Start: Ideally by November 1, 2026

Opening: December 2026

The Opportunity

We are partnering with an established hospitality group to find an Opening Café Manager for a new premium café opening in Canmore this December.

This is an opportunity to help build a location from the ground up, including supporting pre-opening setup, hiring and developing the team, and establishing strong day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will have meaningful autonomy while being supported by an experienced operations, culinary, coffee, HR, and finance team.

The Café Manager is responsible for the overall operation, profitability, and guest experience of the café. This role provides leadership to the café team, ensuring exceptional customer service, operational excellence, food safety compliance, staff development, and achievement of financial

goals. The Café Manager fosters a positive team culture while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations Management

Oversee daily café operations inclusive of culinary to ensure smooth and efficient service
Ensure exceptional guest experiences and promptly resolve customer concerns
Monitor product quality, presentation, and consistency
Maintain café cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health and safety standards
Ensure all opening, closing, and cash-handling procedures are followed

Leadership & Team Development

Recruit, onboard, train, coach, and develop café team members
Create employee schedules that support operational needs and labour targets
Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback and coaching
Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture
Support employee engagement and retention initiatives

Financial Management

Manage labour costs, food costs, and operating expenses
Monitor daily sales and key performance indicators KPIs
Analyze financial reports and implement strategies to improve profitability
Perform inventory count and data input
Manage inventory levels and oversee ordering to minimize waste and shortages
Participate in budget planning and forecasting

Food Production, Safety & Compliance

Oversee and assist as required the production of food items of the café consistent with established quality standards
Ensure compliance with Alberta Health Services regulations and food safety standards
Maintain accurate records related to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety
Conduct regular inspections and corrective actions as required
Ensure compliance with company policies and employment standards

Guest Experience & Community Engagement

Build strong relationships with guests and the local community
Promote café offerings, seasonal features, and special events
Support marketing initiatives and local partnerships
Represent the café professionally within the Canmore community

Qualifications Required

3–5 years of management experience in a café, restaurant, bakery, or hospitality environment
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
Proven experience managing labour, inventory, and operational budgets
Excellent customer service and conflict-resolution abilities
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Proficiency with POS systems and Microsoft Office applications
Valid Alberta Food Safety Certification (or ability to obtain)

Preferred

Experience in a bakery-café environment
Knowledge of specialty coffee and café operations
Experience in a high-volume hospitality setting
First Aid Certification

Working Conditions

Flexible work schedule, including the ability to work evening and weekends
Works with company employees and general public on continual basis
Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals
Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in Canada. Employer sponsorship and LMIA support are not available for this position.

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Responsibilities