Hospitality Supervisor - Cafe (Cape Canaveral)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

HOSPITALITY SUPERVISOR - CAFE

The Cape Canaveral, FL Hospitality team serves all employees, customers, government partners, potential clients and/or visitors with everything from snacks to daily meals to full-service events. The Hospitality Supervisor supports SpaceX’s mission by overseeing day-to-day hospitality functions and providing quality food/beverage options. This creates exemplary, professional and welcoming service environments that enhance productivity and morale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set and enforce standards for hospitality operations and guest interactions

• Support conceptualization and implementation of new services, offerings, and training programs

• Oversee day-to-day operations through one or more food service outlets/catering locations

• Manage direct reports, including hiring, performance evaluations, development opportunities, 1:1 meetings, responsibility assignment, communication facilitation, and feedback documentation

• Assist with organizing and coordinating events, including large onsite/offsite gatherings and catering requests

• Enforce food safety practices and maintain clean, safe workstations

• Coordinate and enhance team time management

• Train staff on customer service expectations, menu knowledge, allergen, and nutritional awareness; create and maintain in-person and online training materials

• Manage and monitor product quality, consistency, service, menu accuracy, and inventory levels; address issues as needed

• Monitor financial activities, support scheduling, sales data collection/reporting, and other administrative tasks

• Communicate with vendors for orders, deliveries, and product quality issues

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 6+ years of food service industry experience

• 2+ years of leadership experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of leadership experience within the food service industry

• Experience opening new operations and/or creating operations procedures from the ground up

• Experience managing a team in fine dining, upscale, casual and quick service restaurants

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

• Excellent time management skills

• Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation practices

• Excellent knowledge of food service systems, ordering and inventory

• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office

• Advanced knowledge with allergen identification and dietary restrictions

• Advanced knowledge of beverage service including beer, wine and spirits

• Showcases high level of professionalism

• Experience in a corporate environment

• Proficient knowledge of HR best practices

• Experience leading groups in large team settings of 10 or more staff members

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends

• Must have or obtain FL ServeSafe Certification (training provided internally as needed)

• Valid state issued driver's license

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.