Retail Manager

As a Store Manager, you lead the daily operations of a retail environment, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. You'll oversee staff, manage inventory, and drive sales to meet targets. Your role involves fostering a positive shopping experience for customers and maintaining a well-organized store. You thrive on interacting with both team members and customers to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Join the Team & Earn a $300 Bonus After 6 Months!

$22 - $30 hourly

• Manage all personnel issues within the cafe team

• Schedule shifts and cover shifts where necessary

• Strategically adjust the cost of labor by cutting or adding shifts and avoiding overtime

• Bring all cafe issues to the surface and solve them in order of priority, with the support of the Mpanadas executive team where necessary

• Be intolerant of problems and problematic teammates

• Foster a culture of positivity, excellence, and transparency amongst the cafe

• Be excellent at fulfilling orders and customer service

• Be responsible for and conduct all ordinary cafe operations

• Work fast, smart, and efficiently this is a high-paced environment where speed and accuracy matter

• Memorize recipes and procedures to ensure consistency across every empanada and drink

• Follow instructions carefully and adapt quickly to feedback and new systems

• Prepare and serve empanadas, sauces, and beverages to Mpanadas’ quality standards (no cooking required)

• Work diligently for hours at a time with minimal breaks

• Assist with catering orders from prepping to packaging

• Engage with customers with warmth and energy

• Keep work areas spotless and organized, following all food safety and ServSafe protocols

• Delegate teammates to handle rushes and maintain positive flow during peak hours

• Acquire 5-star reviews on various platforms and encourage guests to follow our social media

• Take orders and handle cash and card payments

• Learn to pour latte art and prepare espresso beverages

• Support pop-up events and perform miscellaneous tasks to support Mpanadas. These are rare but necessary responsibilities

• Set up cafe decorations and promotional materials

• Develop yourself constantly to prepare for advancement toward higher-level opportunities

• Retail management experience spanning over five years
• Proven ability to lead and build effective teams
• Business Administration degree or related field qualification
• Expertise in coordinating inventory and merchandising activities
• Understanding of POS systems and retail software

• English fluency

• Spanish fluency (not required)

• ServSafe certification

• Management experience

• Barista experience

• Customer service experience

• Driver’s license

Mpanadas is a small, family-owned caf in Arlington, VA, offering a South American-inspired experience with coffee, empanadas, and gourmet gelatos.

What makes us great:

• Family-owned, community-driven atmosphere
• Mission to bring people together through flavor and culture
• Fast-paced, hands-on environment with supportive teamwork
• Focus on learning recipes and following instructions precisely
• Growth opportunities and on-the-job training
• Flexible scheduling and casual work attire
• Food provided and employee discounts

Join a lively, growing brand that values energy, consistency, and pride in every detail.