Restaurant Manager

About Kemuri Coffee Co.

Kemuri Coffee Co. is a new café concept focused on specialty coffee, matcha, hojicha and freshly prepared café food. We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead the daily operations of the café and help establish strong service, food and beverage standards from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

● Manage the café’s daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations.

● Supervise, train and schedule baristas and service staff.

● Maintain consistent standards for coffee, matcha and other beverages.

● Oversee the preparation and presentation of toasties, paninis and other light café dishes.

● Ensure excellent customer service and handle customer feedback professionally.

● Monitor stock levels and coordinate the ordering of ingredients, beverages and operating supplies.

● Manage food costs, wastage, portion control and inventory.

● Ensure compliance with food hygiene, workplace safety and operational requirements.

● Maintain cleanliness and organisation across the café, kitchen, service counter and customer areas.

● Support menu development, workflow improvements and the introduction of new products.

● Assist with opening and closing procedures, cash handling and daily sales reconciliation.

● Work closely with the owners to improve revenue, service quality and operating efficiency.

Requirements

● At least 3 years of relevant experience in café, restaurant or F&B operations.

● Prior experience in a supervisory, assistant manager or restaurant manager position is preferred.

● Hands-on experience preparing toasties, paninis and other light café food.

● Practical knowledge of espresso-based coffee preparation, matcha beverages and café service operations.

● Able to train staff and maintain consistent food and beverage standards.

● Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

● Comfortable working in a hands-on role during busy service periods.

● Good understanding of inventory management, food hygiene and cost control.

● Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

● Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are preferred.

What We Offer

● Competitive monthly salary of SGD 4,000.

● Opportunity to play a key role in launching and growing a new café brand.

● Direct involvement in menu development and operational decision-making.

● Supportive working environment with room for career progression.