We're looking for an entrepreneurial leader who wants more than a typical management job.

This is a unique opportunity to help launch and build Box Cafe from the ground up, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping how the business operates alongside the owner.

Working collaboratively with the owner, you'll have the autonomy to help develop systems, refine operations, source suppliers, influence the menu, and make day-to-day business decisions that drive long-term success.

This role offers significant ownership, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow with the business from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

- Lead the launch and day-to-day operation of The Box Cafe.
- Help establish operational procedures and daily workflows alongside the owner.
- Ensure efficient food preparation, customer service, and food safety.
- Open and close the business.

Team Leadership

- Participate in the hiring process alongside the owner to recruit the support team member.
- Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
- Supervise, coach, and schedule the support employee.
- Build a positive and accountable team culture.
- Supervise and support one team member.
- Create schedules and assign daily tasks.
- Train and motivate staff.

Inventory & Purchasing

- Manage inventory and food costs.
- Coordinate with existing suppliers or source new suppliers as needed.
- Maintain consistent product quality while improving operational efficiency.

Business Growth





- Monitor sales and profitability.
- Improve operational efficiency.
- Suggest new menu items or business ideas.
- Identify opportunities to increase revenue.

Customer Experience

- Deliver excellent customer service. Build relationships with regular customers.
- customer concerns professionally.

Requirements

We're looking for someone who is:

- Passionate about food and hospitality.
- Entrepreneurial and self-motivated.
- Comfortable making decisions independently.
- Organized and reliable.
- Customer-focused.
- A natural leader.

Experience:

- Previous experience managing a café, restaurant, food truck, or similar business

-Mandatory-

- Experience opening or growing a food business is a strong asset.
- Food Safe Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Reliable transportation to Mitchell Island.

Compensation & Benefits

- Starting wage of $22.00 / hour.
- Profit-sharing opportunity based on business performance.
- Room for growth as the business expands.
- High level of autonomy and decision-making authority.
- Opportunity to help build a business from the ground up.
- Direct collaboration with the owner in shaping the future of The Box Cafe.

Working Schedule

- Monday to Friday - 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
- Approximately 45 hours per week.
- Future prospect to expand operations to Saturdays.

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Operating Partner - Food Truck (Canada)
🏢 MITCHELL METAL RECYCLING
📍 Canada