About the role#
The Student CEO (SCEO) leads all aspects of a Saxbys cafe operation. This role offers undergraduate students ownership of a business while developing leadership skills in team management, community engagement, and finance. You will report to the Operations Lead and manage a team of approximately 40 peers.
What you'll do#
- Build and lead a team through recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management.
- Establish the cafe as a community hub through hospitality and local partnerships.
- Manage sales growth, labor costs, inventory, and operational efficiency to drive profitability.
- Serve as the primary representative of Saxbys on campus, communicating the mission and values to guests and stakeholders.
- Collaborate on strategic initiatives and implement feedback to improve cafe operations.
- Generate content for social media and execute marketing campaigns to drive awareness.
What you'll need#
- You must be an undergraduate student at John Carroll University in good academic standing.
- Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, professional, or volunteer settings.
- Prior experience in customer service, hospitality, or retail is preferred.
- Previous Saxbys cafe experience is a plus.
- Ability to work 30-40 hours per week during cafe operating hours.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 35 lbs, as well as use ladders and stairs.
Location & details#
- Location: University Heights, Ohio.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18 per hour plus bonus.
- Employment type: Full-time, seasonal.
About Saxbys
Saxbys operates a network of cafes on college campuses across the United States. The company functions as an experiential learning platform by integrating student-led businesses into university operations. Founded in 2005 and based in Philadelphia, it employs over 600 people. These locations provide students with credit-bearing roles and financial management experience.
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