Assistant Store Manager

Pay Range: $21.50 - $22.50 per hour (Non-Exempt)

Location: Irvine, CA (On-site)

7 Leaves Café isn't just a coffee and tea shop, it's a gathering place built on connection, culture, and craft. Since opening our first store in 2011, a small dream shared by siblings and friends has grown into more than 40 locations across the Southwest. Our mission has always stayed the same: to enrich the human experience through thoughtfully crafted beverages and a warm, welcoming environment.

Whether you're stepping into leadership for the first time or bringing years of experience, 7 Leaves is where you can lead authentically, grow quickly, and be part of something meaningful.

We're entering one of the most exciting chapters in our journey; expanding into new regions, elevating our guest experience, and continuing to serve an ever-growing community of loyal customers.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you won't just run a store. You'll shape the culture, nurture future leaders, and directly influence how our guests experience connection, joy, and hospitality. Your leadership will help us stay grounded in our Core Values while pushing the brand toward what's next.

As an Assistant Store Manager at 7 Leaves Café, you support the Store Manager in driving daily operations, developing team members, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. You lead by example on the floor, help maintain product quality and service standards, and foster a positive, high‑performing team culture. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is passionate about hospitality, and is eager to grow into higher levels of leadership while making a meaningful impact in their community.

• Team Member Discounts – Enjoy your favorite handcrafted drinks on and off the clock
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans available for eligible team members
• Leadership Development – Hands‑on training, mentorship, and professional growth pathways
• A Supportive, Creative Culture – Join a team that values authenticity, collaboration, and fun

• Support the Store Manager in creating an enjoyable and welcoming experience for every customer by assisting with daily store operations, staffing, customer satisfaction, product quality, and team performance.
• Help monitor key business indicators and the store environment to identify opportunities for improvement; assist in executing action plans to drive operational success.
• Lead by example on the floor, reinforcing a  customer comes first  mindset while ensuring exceptional service and product quality.
• Coach, motivate, and support team members’ personal and professional growth by providing ongoing feedback, training, and accountability.
• Assist in training team members to uphold and maintain 7 Leaves Café standards, policies, and procedures.
• Support sales growth and operational efficiency by assisting with problem‑solving related to customer experience, safety, compliance, and overall store performance.
• Step in to manage the store in the Store Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth operations and team alignment.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and goal‑driven team culture that reflects 7 Leaves Café values and positively impacts the local community.
• Collaborate with Store Managers and District Managers to support business initiatives and operational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Have at least 6 months-1 year of customer service experience, preferably in retail or food service; prior leadership or key‑holder experience preferred.
• Must be able to work at assigned locations within the district or county, as needed.
• Demonstrate strong communication, problem‑solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Possess developing leadership skills and the ability to support coaching and development of team members.
• Have a strong team well‑being and customer‑focused mindset, with an understanding of sales and operational goals.
• Be eager to learn, grow, and apply constructive feedback from leadership.
• Able to support store operations and assist in leading the team effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
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