Shift Leader

Position : Daytime Manager / Shift Lead (FOH)

Location : Marina del Rey, CA

Type : Full-Time | Wednesday–Sunday | Day Shifts (with occasional evenings if desired)

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Daytime Manager, you’ll lead the deli counter and register area during service hours and ensure the restaurant is prepped and ready for evening service. You’ll coach the daytime team, support opening duties, keep the space dialed in, and communicate with the evening manager for smooth transitions. There may also be opportunities to pick up serving or evening shift lead roles , depending on your interest and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead fast-casual FOH service for daytime deli counter and café

Greet guests, guide them through the menu, and ensure warm, efficient service

Manage register, light food running, and counter-side wine / cheese sales

Set up the dining room for dinner shift : lighting, music, glassware, and mise

Coordinate with BOH team and evening leads to ensure smooth transitions

Maintain cleanliness, restocking, and daily checklists

Support opening duties

Train and guide new team members during daytime shifts

Assist with inventory, prep tracking, and side work as needed

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

1–2 years FOH experience in fast-casual or café settings

Confident leading small teams and working independently

Comfortable handling register, counter service, and guest engagement

Bonus : Interest or experience in cheese, charcuterie, or wine

Available Wednesday through Sunday during the day

Reliable, calm, and detail-oriented

Great communicator who brings a warm, thoughtful energy to the floor

PERKS & GROWTH

Competitive hourly pay + tips

Staff meals and employee discounts

Opportunities to grow into evening  serving or shift lead roles

Learn about artisan cheeses, wine, and elevated service in a respectful team culture

ABOUT US

Stoa is a wine bar and market rooted in intentional hospitality, simplicity, and soul. By day, we operate as a fast-casual deli offering seasonal sandwiches, charcuterie, and artisan goods. By night, we transform into a candlelit wine bar offering small plates, pizza, and curated wine service.

We’re looking for a Daytime Manager / FOH Shift Lead to help guide the rhythm of our daytime service while setting the stage for a smooth and elevated evening shift. This is a front-of-house leadership role with hands-on guest interaction, systems focus, and real growth opportunity.

TO APPLY

Send us a quick note with your resume and why this role interests you. If you’ve worked in delis, cafés, cheese shops, or wine-forward spaces, we’d love to hear from you.