Cafe Manager , NY

Overview

Cafe Manager job at 7 Spring. New York, NY.

About Us:

7 Spring is a one-of-a-kind, high-end community café where the scent of fresh espresso meets the sound of backgammon dice. We serve excellent coffee, provide an evolving menu (with some light cocktails coming soon), and offer a laid-back yet curated environment for both seasoned players and backgammon beginners. We're growing quickly, shaping the space in real time based on community feedback, and becoming a daily hangout for neighbors, creatives, and coffee/game lovers alike.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a full-time Café Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of 7 Spring and help us deliver an exceptional guest and team experience. This role is hands-on—you’ll be working barista shifts alongside your team, setting the tone for service, and making sure the café runs smoothly across all hours. You re someone who thrives in both a fast-paced and slow environment, can balance leadership with hospitality, and is excited about helping shape the future of a growing business.

This is not a clipboard-and-back-office position. It’s for someone who wants to be in the mix—on the floor, behind the bar, and present in both big-picture thinking and small daily details.

• Work barista shifts regularly while also managing operations
• Lead the team with a calm, friendly, and professional presence
• Create and maintain weekly schedules, assist with hiring and training
• Manage inventory, supply ordering, and vendor communication
• Be the main point of contact for owner(s) and communicate team needs clearly
• Ensure all opening/closing procedures and service standards are met
• Maintain a clean, well-organized, and welcoming café space at all times
• Handle guest concerns with warmth and professionalism
• Help shape events, promotions, and community engagement
• Be knowledgeable (or open to learning) about backgammon to keep the space playful and inclusive

• 1–2+ years in café or hospitality management preferred
• Strong barista skills and confidence leading a team
• Excellent communicator, reliable, and highly organized
• Solutions-oriented and calm under pressure
• Passion for hospitality and creating a great team culture
• Comfortable giving and receiving feedback
• Experience with light alcohol service
• Backgammon interest is a plus—we’ll happily teach you the game

• Competitive pay with tips
• Added 7% commission on every board sold goes to the barista that sells it
• Flexible scheduling and input on café decisions
• Free coffee/matcha on shift
• Involved in shaping a new kind of hybrid space
• Growth potential as the café evolves