Store Manager – Mudslingers Drive-Thru Coffee

Store Manager - Mudslingers Drive-Thru Coffee

Position Summary:

Compensation & Benefits

Pay:$42,000- $47,000/year (commensurate with experience)

Pay is based on a 40-hour work week with 2 days off per week; schedule can be flexible.

We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Store Manager to lead daily operations at our drive-thru coffee shop. In this role, you will lead our barista team, keep service fast and friendly, and ensure every drink meets our quality standards. As a compact drive-thru operation, shift teams typically range from 1 to 3 people. You will be supported by an experienced Shift Leader who will collaborate closely with you and manage operations on your days off.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Speed of Service: Oversee day-to-day drive-thru operations, keeping service fast, accurate, and consistently high quality during morning rushes and throughout the day.

Team Leadership & Culture: Hire, train, schedule, and mentor baristas. Lead by example on the floor, fostering an encouraging, efficient, and accountability-driven environment.

Quality & Consistency: Maintain strict quality control, drink standards, food safety, and cleanliness throughout the shop.

Inventory & Ordering: Manage shop inventory, monitor usage, and minimize waste.

Customer Experience: Drive customer satisfaction by building strong community relationships and handling customers warmly and professionally.

Administrative & Cash Management: Manage weekly staff scheduling, petty safe cash reconciliation, and administrative tasks in Homebase.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 1-2+ years of leadership/management experience in coffee, QSR (quick-service restaurant), drive-thru, or retail food service. Prior barista or coffee shop management experience strongly preferred.

Coffee Knowledge: Solid understanding of espresso extractions, milk steaming, and specialty beverage preparation.

Skills: Excellent communication, strong time management, problem-solving under pressure, and basic computer proficiency.

Physical: Ability to stand for long periods, work in a fast-paced drive-thru environment, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Availability: Flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and occasional peak shifts.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (paid sick and vacation days): 12 Days PTO per year

Christmas and Thanksgiving are paid holidays.

Perks: Free drink and food item during shifts, employee discounts, and team growth opportunities.

Prior barista or coffee shop management experience strongly preferred.