Cafe Market Manager - The Picnic Basket

THE PICNIC BASKET

Local Sourcing Sustainability Food & Community

The Picnic Basket is our bustling beachfront cafe located near the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. We are fast paced and dedicated to simple delicious food and treats sourced from local farmers foragers and food artisans. Our offerings are handcrafted with love and made fresh every day with real ingredients.

The Cafe and Market Manager Position:

The Glass Jar Inc. is looking for a handson dynamic Cafe and Market Manager who is a passionate leader and thinker capable of independently operating The Picnic Basket our newly expanded business operation.

The Cafe and Market Manager actively directs their team in defining managing coordinating and setting the standard for all sales service and operations. The Cafe and Market Manager is comfortable with taking full responsibility of the restaurant needs. The Cafe and Market Manager is available on a consistent and reliable basis to meet all Picnic Basket needs and staffing needs as they arise. This handson position upholds and models our high standards of excellence in both product and service.

The Cafe and Market Manager works closely with Upper Management to achieve business objectives at the restaurant level by implementing strategy through skillful execution and effective leadership. A strong sense of ownership is required to succeed in this role as well as the ability to build and nurture vital relationships with team members vendors patrons and the surrounding community.

The Picnic Basket is locally owned and operated by The Glass Jar Inc. a farmtotable restaurant group founded and based in Santa Cruz CA. The Glass Jar Inc. is the management company for The Penny Ice Creamery The Picnic Basket and various community events.

At The Glass Jar Inc. we are nimble and committed to continually growing our businesses to offer the latest and greatest product and experience to our guests. Our company builds on a strong foundation of thoroughly researched and developed business plans and operational systems. This foundation allows us room to consistently reflect and explore how to improve and optimize.

Requirements

Managerial experience in a food service establishment.

Ability to work 40 hours a week consistently. Able to work weekdays weekends and holidays.

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize while being detailoriented.

Ability to lead support direct and collaboratively build the Picnic Basket team.

Has an interest in managing shops that strive to be a nexus for community and local sustainable food.

Has an interest or current participation in the local food movement.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

CalSavers Retirement Savings Program

Opportunities for Advancement

Discounts & Partnerships at Select Local Businesses

Company Outings and Events

Employee Referral Program

HandsOn & Paid Training

Shift Meals & Coffee!