Café Manager – Matcha Bar (NOC 60030)
Wage: $32 per hour
Hours per day: 8 hours
Days per week: 5 days per week
Hours per week: 40 hours
Overtime: After 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week, whichever is greater
Overview
Maro Matcha is seeking a motivated and experienced Café Manager to lead daily operations at our matcha-focused café. Inspired by Japanese tea culture, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality beverages, thoughtful service, and a welcoming customer experience.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills, a passion for food and beverage service, and experience supervising café or restaurant teams. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting staff while maintaining exceptional service and product standards.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the daily operations of the matcha café, including beverage production, customer service, and front- and back-of-house activities.
Determine the range and type of food and beverage services offered, and implement standardized operational procedures to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency of service.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, including baristas, supervisors, and support staff, and ensure ongoing skills development and adherence to company standards.
Prepare staff work schedules, assign duties, and monitor performance to ensure adequate coverage, productivity, and service levels.
Control inventory levels, oversee ordering of ingredients and supplies, and maintain cost controls to minimize waste and support operational profitability.
Monitor revenues and expenses, and adjust operational procedures, pricing, or staffing levels as required to meet business objectives.
Resolve customer complaints and service issues in a timely and professional manner to maintain a high standard of guest experience.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized workplace in accordance with applicable legislation.
Negotiate arrangements with suppliers for food, beverage, and operational supplies, and monitor quality and delivery standards.
Develop and implement operational policies and procedures, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and equipment use.
Oversee maintenance of equipment and facilities, coordinating repairs and servicing as required to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Manager
Supervise teams ranging from 1–15 staff, including:
Food and beverage servers
Kitchen and food service helpers
Requirements
3–5 years of experience in the hospitality or food and beverage sector
1–2 years of supervisory or management experience (e.g., café manager, restaurant manager, food service manager, or assistant manager)
Proven experience overseeing daily café or restaurant operations, including opening and closing procedures, service standards, and workflow coordination
Demonstrated experience in staff recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management within a food service environment
Strong hands-on experience with inventory management, ordering, cost control, and monitoring revenues and expenses
Experience implementing and maintaining operational procedures to support service quality, consistency, and efficiency
Ability to effectively address and resolve customer concerns, ensuring a high standard of service and a positive customer experience
Certification or training in tea service, tea preparation, or matcha preparation is considered
Required or Preferred Certifications
Food Safety / Safe Food Handling Certificate
Smart Serve or Responsible Beverage Service
First Aid
WHMIS
Serving It Right (or equivalent)
Benefits
Health Benefits
Dental plan
Extended health care
Vision care
Financial Benefits
Gratuities
Mileage reimbursement
Other Benefits
Paid personal or volunteer days
Free on-site parking
Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Disability insurance: Yes
Employer-provided pension
Extended medical insurance
Store discounts
Vacation entitlement
Employment Equity
Maro Matcha is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from:
Newcomers and refugees
Youth
Indigenous peoples
Visible minorities
Who Can Apply
Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
Applicants with or without a valid Canadian work permit
About Us
MARO MATCHA is a specialty matcha café centered on expertly crafted matcha beverages, offering a refined menu of traditional and modern drinks alongside premium matcha powders and essential brewing tools. We also support wholesale distribution, partnering with businesses that value high-quality, authentic matcha.

