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Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our bustling cafe is looking for a dedicated and experienced Assistant Manager to join our leadership team. About Us Our cafe wine bar is a local favourite known for quality service, a welcoming atmosphere, and a hard working team. We're passionate about great food and coffee, great wine and craft beer, and even better teamwork. What We're Looking For We need someone who brings strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to keep a team motivated and promote a culture of professionalism. The right candidate will have a proven track record in conflict resolution and be skilled at maintaining a respectful work environment that supports both the team, the management, clients, and will support the owners in their vision for the business. This candidate will assist in building a community-focused meeting space. Some experience with human resources or aspects of human resources is a must. Key Responsibilities Support day-to-day operations and uphold service and quality standards Foster a positive team environment and proactively resolve interpersonal challenges Communicate and assist in overseeing HR related duties such as job expectations and team development Contribute to the growth and innovation of our wine and craft beer program, with opportunities to support events. Collaborate with the owners to align team goals with business targets Maintain compliance with labour laws and internal policies Assist with scheduling, inventory, coaching, developing and team mentoring. What You Bring: Minimum 2 years' experience hospitality or cafe/bistro management Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills Conflict resolution expertise and experience managing team dynamics Familiarity with HR best practices including hiring, coaching, and employee relations A passion for creating a respectful, high-functioning team culture Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed Certification in Food handling practices Smart Serve Certification Why Join Us? Competitive compensation Opportunity to grow with a thriving business A fun, supportive team that works hard and enjoys what we do Apply today and help us raise the bar-literally! Comoensation & Benefits We believe that great leadership deserves great support. That's why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward dedication, professionalism, and positive team impact.Base Salary: $21 hourly plus, hours minimum 35-40Benefits: Health & Dental Coverage (after 3-month probation period) Staff discounts on food, and beverages. Paid vacation and sick daysProfessional Growth: Ongoing training in leadership, conflict resolution, and HR best practices Opportunities to contribute creatively to social media, beverage development, andevent planning Regular feedback and development sessionsWork Culture: Supportive and inclusive environment that values professionalism leadership actively promotes respect and collaboration Flexible scheduling options where possible to support work-life balanceDeadline for submission:August 15, 2025We would like to thank all of those who submit a resume for consideration, but we will only contact those applicants we have an interest in.Job Type: Full-timePay: $21.00-$26.00 per hourExpected hours: 35 - 44 per weekBenefits: Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Store discount Vision careLanguage: English (preferred)Work Location: In person