General Manager | Aalia's | Now Hiring

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Aalia's to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Aalia's - Now Hiring: General Manager Click here to learn more & apply today! General Manager — Coffee-Focused Café & Market (Martha’s Vineyard) Compensation: $85,000 – $95,000 / year + 2 weeks paid vacation Employment Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Relocation Required: Yes – must live on Martha’s Vineyard year-round About the Concept We’re opening a new year-round café and market on Martha’s Vineyard, built around great coffee, thoughtful food, and genuine hospitality. The space will include a full coffee program, a bakery, and a kitchen focused on simple, high-quality ingredients. Our goal is to create a warm, community-driven environment that values craftsmanship and care in every detail. Position Summary The General Manager will oversee all front-of-house operations and lead the café’s coffee program. We’re looking for someone with strong café or coffeehouse management experience who can balance operational precision with a love for hospitality. This person will also take ownership of the coffee program—training baristas, maintaining consistency, and helping shape the overall guest experience. Responsibilities Oversee daily café and coffee operations Lead barista training, espresso calibration, and beverage quality control Manage, schedule, and develop the front-of-house team Maintain financial targets for labor, cost of goods, and efficiency Collaborate with ownership and kitchen leadership on service flow Foster a professional, positive, and guest-focused culture Qualifications 3–5+ years of café or restaurant management experience Hands-on barista experience and deep understanding of coffee preparation Strong leadership and organizational skills Calm, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Excellent communication and team-building ability Excited to relocate to and live year-round on Martha’s Vineyard Compensation & Benefits $85,000 – $95,000 annual salary (commensurate with experience) 2 weeks paid vacation Relocation and housing assistance available for the right candidate Create your FREE profile on CulinaryAgents.com to apply to any job with a single click! Plus, start receiving alerts for new opportunities that match your skills and experience.