Student CEO (SCEO) - GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Overview Student CEO (SCEO) - GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA Accepting applications for Spring 2026 and future semesters. Reports to : Operations Lead Classification: Full-time, seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Type: Hourly Scope: 1 cafe Location: In-person at assigned cafe Job Summary : The Student CEO leads all aspects of a Saxbys cafe operation while gaining real-world entrepreneurial experience through Saxbys\' Experiential Learning Platform. This role provides undergraduate students with ownership of a business while developing leadership skills across team development, community engagement, and financial management. What You Will Own Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing team of peers through recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management to create a positive work environment that embodies Saxbys\' values and culture. Community Leadership: Establish the cafe as a community cornerstone through hospitality, partnerships, and initiatives that demonstrate Saxbys\' commitment to making life better. Financial Management: Drive cafe profitability by managing sales growth, labor costs, inventory, and overall operational efficiency while maintaining product quality and guest experience. Brand Representation: Serve as the face of Saxbys on campus, communicating the company\'s mission, values, and Experiential Learning Platform to stakeholders, guests, and potential team members. Who You Will Support Operations Lead: Collaborate on strategic initiatives, provide regular updates on cafe performance, and implement feedback to continuously improve operations. Marketing Team: Generate content for social media, implement local marketing initiatives, and execute promotional campaigns to drive cafe awareness and sales. Recruiting Team: Assist in identifying, recruiting, and developing talent for cafe positions and future Student CEO succession planning. Who You Will Supervise This position will supervise around 55 direct reports depending on the size of the cafe that semester. What Success Looks Like Cafe achieves or exceeds budgeted revenue targets Cafe operates at or above budgeted Net Operating Income 30%+ of cafe staff are developed into Team Leads Guest satisfaction metrics consistently above 4.5/5 Where You Excel Developer of Individual Contributors Master of Prioritization Adaptable to Change Autonomous Problem Solving What You Have Done Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies Prior Saxbys cafe experience preferred Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, professional, or volunteer settings Experience in customer service, hospitality, or retail preferred What is Required Support, exhibit, and promote Saxbys Mission and Core Values in all daily activities. Must be an undergraduate student of the partner organization in good academic standing Ability to work 30-40 hours per week during cafe operating hours Physical requirements: able to stand, walk, and smile for extended periods; able to stoop and kneel; push, pull, lift or carry up to 35 lbs; ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps Apply to this job through the Saxbys application process. The following sections may require input: personal information, education, work experience, and a short essay on interest in the Student CEO role. Voluntary Self-Identification and Equal Opportunity Voluntary self-identification of disability and veteran status is requested for government reporting purposes. Completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring decisions. Saxbys is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected status. If you belong to protected categories (including veterans or persons with disabilities), you may indicate it as part of the voluntary forms during the application process. For more information, refer to Saxbys\' Equal Employment Opportunity policy. PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: This form may collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This description contains a summary and may not reflect all regulatory text. This description is provided for refinement purposes only. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saxbys