Assistant General Manager- Bryn Mawr

Overview The Assistant General Manager (AGM) plays a vital role in the daily success and long-term growth of The Buttery.

Working closely with the General Manager, the AGM helps oversee all aspects of café operations, from leading and supporting the team to ensuring exceptional customer experiences and maintaining high standards across service, quality, and efficiency.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, loves hospitality, and brings a strong sense of ownership and care to everything they do.

The ideal candidate is an experienced food and beverage leader who is organized, adaptable, and passionate about building strong teams and positive culture.

We’re looking for someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, lead by example, and help shape this new space into a thriving part of the community.

As Assistant General Manager, you’ll work closely with the General Manager to hire, train, and develop a strong team while upholding The Buttery’s high standards of quality, hospitality, and care.

This role is key in building the foundation for our next chapter and ensuring a seamless, thoughtful guest experience every day.

Responsibilities General :

• Lead daily operations of the store and café, in conjunction with the General Manager, and fosters a positive, efficient team environment.
• Ensure exceptional customer service , handling inquiries and resolving issues to uphold a welcoming and professional guest experience.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling , including training, coaching, and performance support, while managing labor to meet operational and budget goals.
• Support financial and operational goals , monitoring sales, COGs, labor, and expenses, and identifying areas for improvement in workflows and profitability.
• Maintain product quality and merchandising, supporting food and beverage prep, menu development, inventory, and retail display standards.
• Ensure health and safety compliance , keeping all front- and back-of-house spaces clean, organized, and up to code.
• Collaborate on marketing and promotions , assisting with initiatives that drive customer engagement, brand awareness, and sales.
• Qualifications 2+ years of café or coffee shop management experience, with a strong foundation in food and beverage operations.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support, and guide a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service mindset, dedicated to creating a warm, high-quality guest experience.
• Strong organizational and financial abilities, including multitasking, budgeting, cost control, and reporting.
• Excellent communicator, adaptable, and comfortable collaborating with staff, customers, and vendors alike.

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