Description
Job Summary:
A café and restaurant in Porto Alegre is seeking an Operational Manager to coordinate customer service and operations, with emphasis on leadership, organization, and quality.
Key Highlights:
1. Leadership and team management in café/restaurant
2. Focus on quality, organization, and operational efficiency
3. Conflict resolution and performance indicator monitoring
**Position:** Operational Manager for Café and Restaurant
A café and restaurant located in Porto Alegre (RS) seeks a professional to serve as Operational Manager, responsible for coordinating customer service and operational activities during lunchtime through early evening.
We seek a candidate with strong leadership, organizational, and team management capabilities who values high-quality customer service, environmental organization, and operational efficiency.
Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with people are essential prerequisites.
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Desired Profile
**We are looking for a candidate with the following characteristics:**
Honesty and integrity
Attention to detail
Commitment to hygiene and organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Leadership ability characterized by firmness, respect, and empathy
Understanding and empathetic demeanor, yet capable of setting clear boundaries
Agility, proactivity, and positive attitude
Ease in handling daily operational challenges
Ability to empathize with both team members and customers
Active and organized disposition
Punctuality and accountability
Convenience of commuting to the downtown area of Porto Alegre
Key Responsibilities
**Core duties include:**
Overseeing overall café and restaurant operations, integrating front-of-house and kitchen functions
Leading and supervising the team during shifts
Conducting brief alignment meetings with staff
Promoting sales and team engagement
Training and motivating employees
Ensuring organization, cleanliness, and adherence to operational routines
Monitoring order preparation and delivery times
Managing inventory and product expiration dates
Placing replenishment orders for production and operations
Ensuring display cases, shelves, and refrigerators are adequately stocked
Supervising cleaning routines and equipment maintenance
Fostering collaboration among different teams
Resolving conflicts and addressing customer issues when necessary
Monitoring operational performance indicators, including COGS
Maintaining consistent communication with managers and other departments
Technical Requirements
Prior experience managing teams in restaurants, cafés, or similar operations
Basic knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Experience managing results and controlling COGS
Basic proficiency in spreadsheet software
Experience in customer service and conflict management
Job Details
**Work Location:** Downtown Porto Alegre (RS)
**Working Hours:**
Monday to Saturday, 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM
**Alternate Saturdays (every 15 days):** 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
**Employment Type:** CLT (Consolidation of Labor Laws)
**Compensation:**
Net salary of R$ 3\.500,00
**Benefits:**
* Transportation allowance
* On-site meals