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Cafe General Manager, Culinary Program

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026
What to Expect
As Cafe General Manager, you will lead the daily operations of multiple cafe and dining locations within a dynamic corporate environment. This role is responsible for delivering an elevated hospitality experience while driving operational excellence, financial performance, and strong client partnerships. You will oversee a team of managers and associates, collaborate closely with culinary leadership, and help shape innovative food and workplace hospitality programs that reflect Tesla's culture and high standards. Role will require up to 25% travel.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple cafe and dining locations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and consistent service standards
  • Lead, develop, and mentor a diverse team of managers and frontline associates
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, guests, and cross-functional partners
  • Partner with culinary leadership to develop creative, high-quality menus and dining experiences
  • Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and overall accountability
  • Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining a strong focus on food quality, hospitality, and presentation
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company operational standards

What You'll Bring
  • 5 yearsofprogressivefoodserviceorhospitalitymanagementexperience,includingmulti-unitoversight
  • Experienceinhigh-volumecorporatedining,hospitality,orcateringenvironments
  • Provensuccessmanagingbudgets,financialreporting,andoperationalperformance
  • Strongleadership,communication,andclientrelationshipmanagementskills
  • Passionforhospitality,culinaryinnovation,andteamdevelopment
  • DegreeinHospitalityManagement,CulinaryArts,Business,orequivalentexperience
  • Abilitytothriveinafast-paced,high-growthenvironmentwithastrongserviceculture

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
    Expected Compensation
    $76,000 - $156,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

     

    Salary : $76,000 - $156,000

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