Store Manager (Cologne) - (m/f/d)
Description
LAP (Life Among People) is a fast-growing specialty coffee startup operating stores in six German cities, aiming to make specialty coffee affordable, digital and convenient. The company is looking for a Store Manager in Cologne who will own the day-to-day success of one store and work closely with the leadership team. The role covers leading and developing the barista team, planning shifts, maintaining operating, health and safety standards, and tracking daily KPIs, inventory and supply transfers. It also includes reducing product waste, driving sales and profitability, and working with brand and marketing on local community engagement. The manager is expected to step behind the counter and support the team during busy periods.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in hospitality or retail food and beverage
- Strong track record in team scaling, inventory and supply chain management
- Entrepreneurial, solution-focused mindset adaptable to fast-paced startup environments
- Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills under pressure
- Proven ability to spot growth opportunities, test ideas and execute within tight budgets
- Fluent in English and German
- Willingness to travel occasionally
Languages
English
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
German
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
Work closely with an experienced leadership team building a scaling coffee brand
Curious and diverse team with regular team events and coffee culture
Early role at a startup backed by leading investors
📍 Life in Cologne
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Population
1.1M
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Quality of Life
7.0
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English Friendly
7.0
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Tech Scene
6.0
🌍
International
7.0
🚇
Public Transport
8.0
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Bikeability
8.0
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Air Quality
5.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
7.0
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About Cologne
- •Media and TV hub
- •Large student population
- •Vibrant local culture
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Climate
- •Temperate oceanic
- •Mild winters
- •Moderate summers
- •Regular rainfall
❄️Jan: 3°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 11°C
☀️1600 sunshine hours/year
🛡️
Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Moderate crime levels
- •Carnival can be crowded
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare
- •Good hospital network
- •University hospital
- •Adequate services
Quality: 8.0Access: 8.0
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Culture
- •Famous cathedral
- •Roman heritage
- •Carnival tradition
🎉
Nightlife
- •Famous for Kölsch beer
- •Student bars
- •Carnival season
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Recreation
- •Rhine riverfront
- •City parks
- •Beer gardens
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Cost of Living
- •More affordable than Frankfurt/Munich
- •Balanced cost of living
- •Good value for money
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1050
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€290
🍽️ Dining out:€16
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LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen specializes in laser measurement and projection systems for industrial and medical applications, including radiation therapy patient positioning.
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The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.
Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.
Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.