Café Manager / Event Manager

Overview We are looking for an organized, proactive, and brand-minded event manager to lead Sportiefs Café operations at farmers markets, events, and activations. This role includes overseeing the barista team, managing setup/logistics, coordinating on-site content, and ensuring smooth service from start to finish. Responsibilities: Manage team operations, customer experience, and inventory at each event Coordinate with event hosts, market organizers, and logistics vendors Lead on-site setup, breakdown, and brand presentation Ensure content production runs smoothly (e.g. UGC, reels, behind-the-scenes) Act as main point of contact during activations Requirements: Experience managing café teams, food trucks, or event activations Valid driver’s license Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills Must be available on weekends and flexible hours Passion for wellness, design, and experiential marketing is a plus Transport the cart to and from event locations as needed (must be comfortable with cart pickup/drop-off logistics) Train and supervise baristas so they are event-ready and can step in when needed Manage inventory, supplies, and restocking between events Be the point of contact for event coordinators and clients on-site Ensure the cart meets health, safety, and brand standards at all times Assist with scheduling and coordinating team availability for events Film content and participate in social media coverage during events Represent the brand professionally at all times Contract Based Perks: $20-$22hr with room to grow Full-time opportunities on the horizon as we expand to a food truck Ground-floor opportunity to grow with a rising brand Paid per event or on a retainer basis Flexible scheduling Long-term opportunity to grow as the brand scales nationwide Job Type: Contract Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person