General Manager at Starbucks (JFK Airport)

Job Details: Job Location: 4256 VRG Terminal 8 LLC - Queens, NY 11430, Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year, 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 40North 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 Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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