Operations Service Specialist

About Us

Life’s BETTER with you on our team!

Better Buzz Coffee is growing! Join the team and help create a BUZZ that is felt, seen, heard & remembered. We inspire our guests to rise early, dream big & have fun!

We currently hiring for a newly created position for an Operations Services Specialist!

We are always pushing forward, growing & improving to ensure we are the absolute best we can bee for our guests & teams!

What are you waiting for? Visit our website to learn more about Better Buzz Coffee and apply to join the team!

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The Operations Services Specialist provides hands-on execution support for Better Buzz’s Operations Services and Supply Chain Programs - running audits, maintaining reporting and trackers, supporting store teams (including New Store Openings) on operational tools and systems, and keeping Standard Operating Procedures and training content current. This role keeps the operational and administrative engine running cleanly day to day, so store teams have working tools, accurate data, and up-to-date guidance to do their jobs well.

The pay for this position is $85,000.00/year

This position is office based with occasional travel to store locations as needed. This position has a home base in the UTC area of San Diego, CA.  

PERKS OF WORKING AT BETTER BUZZ:

-Work with an amazing team of coffee enthusiasts

-Work with a growing brand

-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more & 401K with a match

-10 Days Paid Time Off

Responsibilities

• Manage front-line operational administrative tasks that keep day-to-day store and field operations running smoothly.
• Support store teams on operational tools and systems (e.g., POS, workforce management, ordering / inventory platforms), troubleshooting issues and escalating as needed.
• Serve as a responsive point of contact for field-reported operational issues, routing to the right partner when outside scope.
• Provide administrative support for new store openings (NSO) - coordinating opening checklists, systems access / setup, and store-level data configuration so new locations are operational on day one.
• Support NSO analytics needs - assisting with data pulls, tracker updates, and reporting inputs for pre-open readiness and first-90-day performance tracking.

• Execute recurring and ad hoc audits across operations-services and supply chain / procurement programs.
• Perform data pulls and build reporting to support ops-services and procurement initiatives.
• Maintain trackers and program reporting with a high standard of accuracy and completeness.

• Support maintenance and version control of Standards and company documents covering technology, supply chain, and operational standards.
• Flag outdated, inconsistent, or missing documentation for review and update.
• Maintain organized, accessible document repositories for field and Support Center reference.

• Partner with the Training team to translate Standards into practical, field-ready training content.
• Support the rollout of new operational programs and tools with logistics, materials, and follow-up.

• Respond to adn support ad hoc requests from Operations Services, Supply Chain, and other partner teams.

Qualifications

REQUIRED 

• 2+ years in operations support, retail / restaurant administration, or analytics.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Operational experience gained through prior food & beverage or café support roles (e.g., store operations, back-of-house, or service support).
• Strong attention to detail and data skills.
• Comfort with spreadsheets and reporting tools (Excel / Google Sheets).
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for occasional store travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a retail or restaurant operations and administrative role.
• Familiarity with workforce management, Point of Sale, or supply chain / procurement systems.
• Experience with operational audit or checklist platforms (e.g., Zenput, Jolt, Crunchtime, or similar).
• Experience supporting new store or location openings (NSO).
• Exposure to standards documentation or training-content development.

About Better Buzz

Founded in 2002 by two college students with a dream and a coffee cart, Better Buzz has grown into a thriving community with locations across California, Nevada, Arizona and soon Florida. We roast our own organic, fair trade, and rainforest-certified coffee weekly!

We’re serious about quality, connection, and having a blast while doing it. At Better Buzz, you’re not just making coffee — you’re making people’s day.

Better Buzz encourages you to be bold and authentically you! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the unique differences of our diverse team. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and consider every qualified applicant without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Better Buzz is also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to qualified job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]