Full-Time

Assistant Cafe Leader

Posted on 8/28/2024

Blue Bottle Coffee

Blue Bottle Coffee

501-1,000 employees

Specialty coffee roaster and retailer

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$20.5Hourly

+ Tips averaging $6.00-$8.00 per shift hour + Cafe Incentive Program

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Boston, MA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Boston, MA.

Category
Inventory Management
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Word/Pages/Docs
Requirements
  • 1 year working in a leadership role or experience leading a team, with a strong preference for coffee, food, and beverage
  • Completed Blue Bottle’s Barista Essentials training and validation program or will complete it within 90 days post-hire
  • Existing Food Safety Certification required for the state you will be working in and your specific role or will obtain it within 30 days post-hire
  • Familiarity with online collaboration and organization tools including Google Docs
  • A flexible schedule and are available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Eligible to work in the United States and 18 years of age or older
Responsibilities
  • Partner closely with the Cafe Leader to launch and drive all cafe and company initiatives
  • Support all training, learning, and development activities for new and current team members
  • Partner with the Cafe Leader to review financial reporting, identifying and driving changes needed to improve financial performance and business sustainability
  • Place orders to keep optimal inventory levels of coffee, culinary items, and other supplies, ensuring that we are always able to meet the requests of our guests while minimizing waste
  • Communicate our company values for a sustainable future to team members and inspire them to help Blue Bottle achieve our company-wide sustainability goals
  • Lead your shift by ensuring the right people are in the right places and that the team is giving exceptional hospitality and executing every beverage and food item according to Blue Bottle standards
  • Guide completion of operational tasks and adherence to Blue Bottle standards and safety guidelines
  • Provide timely and consistent feedback to your team to inspire continuous improvement in workflow, hospitality, and product quality
  • Prepare delicious beverages and food to quality standards
  • Promote a safe and respectful working environment
  • Uphold and follow all health, food safety, and safety guidelines

Blue Bottle Coffee specializes in roasting and selling high-quality coffee beans and brewing equipment, primarily in the United States. The company focuses on providing freshly roasted coffee, emphasizing unique flavors and sustainable sourcing practices. It differentiates itself by offering single-origin beans, which are sourced from specific locations, allowing customers to experience distinct flavor profiles that reflect the characteristics of those regions. Blue Bottle Coffee operates through direct-to-consumer sales and a subscription service, where customers can purchase coffee beans, cold brew, and brewing equipment online or at physical locations. The subscription service ensures regular shipments of freshly roasted coffee, providing convenience for customers and a steady revenue stream for the company. Overall, Blue Bottle Coffee aims to cater to coffee enthusiasts and specialty coffee shops by delivering high-quality products and a reliable supply of fresh coffee.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$132M

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

2002

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion into Singapore increases brand visibility in Southeast Asia.
  • NOLA Craft Instant Coffee Blend taps into the growing instant coffee market.
  • Partnerships with food brands align with demand for functional foods.

What critics are saying

  • Competitors like Diamond Brew threaten Blue Bottle's instant coffee market share.
  • Expansion in Southeast Asia may face challenges from local coffee brands.
  • Non-coffee collaborations could dilute Blue Bottle's specialty coffee brand identity.

What makes Blue Bottle Coffee unique

  • Blue Bottle offers single-origin beans for unique regional flavor profiles.
  • The company provides a subscription service for freshly roasted coffee beans.
  • Blue Bottle collaborates with artists for innovative marketing strategies.

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Benefits

Health, dental, and vision for eligible employees on day one

401(k)

Free drinks at any of our cafes and a complimentary bag of beans to take home each week

Discounts on any Blue Bottle food items and merchandise

Paid Time Off

INACTIVE