General Manager

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Salary: €35k-€42k per annum

Job Type: Full-time

About Hagen

Hagen is a premium speciality coffee brand, bringing exceptional coffee, quality and hospitality together. We believe great coffee should come with great service, and we're passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our teams.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced and passionate General Manager to lead our Amsterdam team.

The Role

As General Manager, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day running of your coffee bar, ensuring everything runs smoothly while delivering the high standards Hagen is known for.

You'll lead from the front, develop your team and create an environment where both customers and employees feel valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the bar.
• Lead the team and make sure everyone has the support they need.
• Make sure customers always receive friendly and consistent service.
• Keep on top of sales, targets and the overall performance of the bar.
• Maintain high standards of coffee, cleanliness and food safety.
• Manage stock, ordering and waste.
• Organise rotas and make sure the bar is properly staffed.
• Work with the Operations team on anything that needs improving.
• Support the team on the floor, especially during busy periods.
• Make sure the bar is a positive place to work for everyone.

What We're Looking For

• Previous management experience in coffee, hospitality or a similar environment.
• Someone who enjoys working with people and has a genuine interest in coffee.
• Confident leading a team and dealing with the challenges that come with managing a busy bar.
• Good understanding of sales, staffing and day-to-day costs.
• Organised, approachable and reliable.
• Someone who is happy to be hands-on and help out wherever needed.
• Able to make decisions, handle problems and take responsibility.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Fluent in English. Dutch would be a bonus.

What We Offer

• €35,000 - €42,000 per annum.
• The opportunity to join a growing international speciality coffee brand.
• A supportive, passionate and ambitious team.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A working environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• The chance to make a real impact on Hagen's continued growth in Amsterdam.

Join Hagen

If you're passionate about coffee, love leading people and enjoy creating exceptional customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

• Apply today and become part of the Hagen team!

Right to Work & Equal Opportunities

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the Netherlands.
• You may be asked to provide proof of your right to work as part of the recruitment process.
• Any offer of employment will be subject to the necessary employment and right-to-work checks.

At Hagen, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We believe in giving everyone a fair opportunity and making sure our team feels respected, supported and included.