General Manager at Starbucks; JFK Airport

Position: General Manager at Starbucks (JFK Airport)
Location: Northern

# General Manager at Starbucks (JFK Airport)
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4256 VRG Terminal 8 LLC - Queens, NY 11430## Overview Salary Range $85,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year## Description
** Villa Restaurant Group** *
- * Quick service restaurants *(Villa Italian Kitchen, South Philly Cheesesteaks and Fries, Green Leaf's and Bananas, Mo' Burger, Jersey Mikes, Salsaritas, Melt Shop, Dos Toros, Hill Country, Juniors, Far East, Asian Chao, Tony + Benny's, Zaros Bakery, etc.) and 40

North full service restaurants (Piattino, Office Tavern Grill, Café Villa, Steelworks Wind Creek Casino, Blackhorse Tavern & Pub, Town Bar & Kitchen and NOM Mexican Table & Tequila Bar)
* is a multi-brand, multi-concept global restaurant group specializing in full service restaurants, quick serve restaurants with corporate and franchise operations.
** Villa Restaurant Group
** is seeking an experienced and energetic
** Starbucks General Manager
** to lead our brand-new Starbucks location opening at JFK International Airport’s Terminal
6.This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader to build a team from the ground up, create a strong store culture, and deliver an exceptional Starbucks experience in a fast-paced airport environment.
** What You’ll Do
*** Lead all aspects of daily store operations, including staffing, scheduling, training, inventory, cash management, food safety, and brand compliance
* Recruit, onboard, train, and develop a high-performing team of managers, shift leaders, and baristas
* Create a welcoming environment while maintaining Starbucks’ standards for quality, service, cleanliness, and hospitality
* Drive sales and profitability by managing labor, inventory, product waste, and other controllable expenses
* Establish clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable
* Coach and develop employees while building a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace
* Ensure compliance with Starbucks standards, Villa Restaurant Group policies, airport requirements, union requirements, and all applicable employment and food-safety regulations
* Maintain accurate operational, payroll, scheduling, and financial records
* Partner with airport and company leadership to support store-opening activities and ongoing business goals
* Maintain the flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs
** What You’ll Need
*** At least three years of restaurant, café, retail, or hospitality management experience
* Previous General Manager or comparable leadership experience strongly preferred
* Starbucks management experience is highly preferred
* Proven experience recruiting, training, coaching, and retaining employees
* Strong knowledge of labor management, inventory control, budgeting, and operational performance
* Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills
* The ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a high-volume environment
* Experience working in an airport, union, or similarly regulated environment is a plus
* The ability to meet all JFK Airport security and badging requirements
* The ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical duties required in a restaurant environment
** Why Join Villa Restaurant Group?
*** Be part of the leadership team for an exciting new Starbucks opening
* Build and develop your team from the beginning
* Work with a growing hospitality organization
* Access opportunities for professional development and career advancement
* Receive competitive compensation and benefits based on eligibility
* Villa Restaurant Groupis an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
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