Location: Downtown, Plymouth, MI
About Fourgrounds
Fourgrounds is a new coffee shop and creative media hub in downtown Plymouth, MI—where craft coffee meets local storytelling. As we prepare for launch, we're hiring a General Store Manager to lead our team, own operations, and build a best-in-class guest experience. This is a ground-floor opportunity to grow with a unique hybrid concept.
Position Overview
The General Store Manager is responsible for all aspects of store operations, from guest service and staff development to inventory management and financial performance. You'll lead a team of baristas and front-of-house staff, while managing costs, enforcing standards, and creating an outstanding environment for customers and employees alike.
Key Responsibilities
Front of House
Hire, onboard, train, schedule, and coach a high-performing team
Motivate employees to deliver excellent service
Provide feedback, coaching, and development to team members
Enforce store policies and foster a positive, productive workplace
Maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-organized space
Address guest concerns promptly and professionally
Back of House & Operations
Oversee all store operations and report to ownership/corporate staff
Manage P&L, meet sales targets, and control labor and operating costs
Maintain accurate par levels, ordering guides, and prep sheets
Ensure consistency in food and beverage quality, following recipes and procedures
Keep inventory and retail coolers organized, stocked, and visually appealing
Maintain high standards for cleanliness, organization, and health code compliance
Oversee sanitation of workstations, tools, and storage areas
Ensure compliance with food safety, health codes, and cash handling policies
Reconcile cash deposits with POS system daily
Coordinate event strategy with WDIV events team/coordinator
Administrative & Strategic Duties
Create, manage, and adjust team schedules; approve shift changes and fill-in for absences
Provide insights and feedback to ownership; help manage workplace change(s)
Manage employee relations by addressing conflict resolution, performance challenges, and fostering positive interpersonal dynamics
Represent and promote the Fourgrounds brand in the community
Support cross-functional collaboration with the in-house media studio
Coordinate store operations with local programming staff and daily broadcast of station lifestyle show
Report performance to ownership and help implement operational improvements
Key Qualifications
3+ years of experience managing a café or restaurant preferred
Strong understanding of café operations, food safety, and customer service
Skilled in balancing supply and demand, ordering, and inventory
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with coffee equipment, drinks, and café operations is a plus
Effective leader with experience coaching and mentoring teams professionally
Proficiency in POS systems and basic financial reporting
Skill in maintaining detailed communication and organization in restaurant industry
Positive and enthusiastic attitude
Experienced in managing budgets, costs, and business metrics (sales, labor, profitability, etc.)
ServSafe or food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
Ability to work full-time including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
Any interested candidate may submit their resume to careers@fourgroundscoffee.com
Fourgrounds Coffee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, Fourgrounds Coffee will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.