Assistant Captain - Cafe

Assistant Captain – Princeton, NJ - $19.50/hr

We are partnered with a renowned hospitality group who has earned widespread acclaim for its unique culinary offerings, with French influence to create an elevated café experience. It offers employees the opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment, fostering growth and development in the hospitality industry.

The Role:

As Assistant Captain, you will help lead a team of approximately 15 staff, spending 80% of the time on the floor and 20% on scheduling, ordering, and administrative tasks. You will ensure exceptional service, maintain cafe aesthetics, manage costs, and foster relationships with regular guests while keeping financial performance in check.

Skills and Experience:

Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience within hospitality, preferably within a cafeKnowledge of Toast, Harri, Margin Edge, and third-party delivery appsTake full ownership of the team, cafe operations, and customer experience, ensuring excellence at every levelAble to independently solve problems while knowing when to escalate issues, with a strong focus on food safety and holding a valid food handler’s certificate (ServSafe or DOH)Flexible schedule, available to work weekends, holidays, special events, and emergencies, with a passion for hospitality and staying updated on industry trends

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Ashley at COREcruitment dot com