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# Madhappy Malibu Pantry Full-Time Cafe Shift Lead at Madhappy

- **Company:** Madhappy
- **Location:** Malibu, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-15
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/madhappy/7b521c5b-3dd1-4b14-9ebd-f560e90417a4

## Job description

## MALIBU PANTRY BY MADHAPPY CAFE SHIFT LEAD

Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces – including its permanent flagship in West Hollywood – to explore a personal expression as a means to an improved state of mind. Its own seasonal stores – with past and present locations including New York City (Soho), Aspen, Miami, East Hampton, and Tokyo – are each designed to reflect their site, while still sharing the brand’s DNA. The brand currently produces a selection of ever-evolving, evergreen classic styles, seasonally available collections and collaborations. Madhappy supports research and awareness in mental health through The Madhappy Foundation (a 501c(3) non-profit) and writes Local Optimist, a print magazine. Each to celebrate us as works-in-progress, and the personal and collective expression that is a part of that.

Pantry by Madhappy is a food, and beverage concept developed by Madhappy that debuted in their Melrose Flagship location.

## About the job

We are looking to hire a full-time Cafe Shift Lead for our Pantry by Madhappy flagship location in Malibu. In this position will oversee staff and procedures at our Malibu location and support a team centered around efficiency, excellent customer service, and embodying our brand vision.

You must be based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area to be considered for this position.

## Responsibilities

Operations: ●  Oversee inventory management, supply ordering, and staff scheduling to ensure efficient daily operations. ●  Implement strategies to boost sales, including but not limited to upselling, promotions, and enhancing customer engagement. ●  Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, organization, and preparation to create a welcoming environment for customers and team members. ●  Use a proactive and solutions oriented mindset to troubleshoot day to day challenges in operations, staffing, or customer experience, always keeping a calm and composed approach. ●  Partner with the LA Pantry team to ensure consistency in drink preparation and quality across all offerings, maintaining our brand standards and delighting customers with every sip. ●  Coordinate and execute events such as drink launches, community pop-ups, and brand activations, managing logistics, team readiness, and overall experience from start to finish.

People Management & Development: ●  Leverage deep knowledge of coffee and matcha preparation to train and coach team members, elevating the quality and consistency of every beverage served. ●  Lead by example in delivering a memorable, personalized customer experience. ●  Foster a supportive work environment by stepping in whenever needed to empower and support the team. ●  Monitor team performance and provide ongoing coaching and feedback to enhance skills and efficiency. ●  Foster a growth-minded team culture through regular coaching, positive reinforcement, and clear expectations, creating an environment where team members feel empowered, supported, and excited to show up.

## About you

Qualifications: ●  2+ years of coffee and coffee leadership related experience ●  Deep knowledge of coffee and matcha preparation ●  Experience in recipe creation and development, with a strong ability to refine and adapt existing recipes while maintaining brand integrity and quality standards ●  Previous experience working in a small team environment ●  Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, holidays and weekends, as needed ●  Proven interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, patiently and effectively with corporate and cafe team members ●  Experience coordinating and executing events, including high-profile drink launches, community gatherings, and brand collaborations, ensuring seamless execution and a memorable guest experience ●  Familiarity with the Madhappy brand and mission

Characteristics: ●  Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively across all levels and teams within the organization. ●  Demonstrated solutions-oriented mindset, proactively addressing challenges and driving results. ●  Passionate about delivering a unique and exceptional customer experience that leaves a lasting positive impression.

## Benefits

●  Up to 96 hours of PTO annually ●  Health, dental, and vision insurance ●  Retirement plans available ●  Quarterly fitness and mental health stipend ●  Welcome gift :) ●  Employee discount and early access to products

$20/hr plus tips

## About Madhappy

Madhappy is a clothing brand for a community of optimists. Born in Los Angeles, 2017, the brand has built itself around an optimistic ideology, expressed through apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces around the world. Madhappy writes Local Optimist magazine, supports research and awareness in mental health through Madhappy Foundation.

## About Local Optimist

Local Optimist is a space for radical discovery and connection. By focusing on open conversations and mindful exploration, we orient people with reliable, optimistic resources — available at any moment.

## About The Madhappy Foundation

The Madhappy Foundation™ is non-profit organization, 501(c)(3) with a mission to improve mental health globally. Through The Madhappy Foundation™, 1% of proceeds from every sale benefit our efforts to raise awareness, fund research, and positively impact the mental health movement.

Learn more here.

## About Madhappy

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Madhappy is an optimistic lifestyle clothing brand born in Los Angeles that uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces to promote mental health awareness.
- **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed; raised $3.8M in total funding)
- **Headquarters**: Los Angeles, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2017
- **Founders**: Peiman Raf, Noah Raf, Mason Spector, Joshua Sitt

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Retail Apparel and Fashion / Lifestyle Brand
- **Target customers**: B2C – primarily Gen Z and Millennials seeking streetwear with a positive mission; community-focused consumers
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To spread optimism and improve mental health globally through products, experiences, and the Madhappy Foundation.

## Products & Services
- **Apparel & Accessories**: Hoodies, t-shirts, sweatpants, outerwear, denim, footwear, bags – seasonal collections and evergreen classics. Collaborations with Gap, PUMA, UGG, Hanes, and artists like Sasha December.
- **Pantry® (Café)**: In-store café concept launched alongside flagships in partnership with HOTEL DRUGS, Courage Bagels, and others. Locations in West Hollywood, New York (Mulberry St.), Tokyo, and Malibu.
- **Local Optimist Magazine**: Print magazine focused on mental health, wellness, and art.
- **Madhappy Podcast**: Weekly show featuring diverse guests discussing mental health and shared life experiences.
- **The Madhappy Foundation**: 501(c)(3) non-profit that dedicates 1% of proceeds to mental health research, awareness, and initiatives (e.g., Pediatric Psychiatric Fund at Vanderbilt).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – $3.8M
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: LVMH Luxury Ventures (lead investor in 2019 venture round); also investors in seed round (2019). Partners include Gap, PUMA, UGG, Hanes, The JED Foundation, Project Healthy Minds, University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Opened 4 permanent flagships (West Hollywood, New York, Tokyo, Malibu) and multiple seasonal pop-ups.
  - Yearly LinkedIn headcount growth: +41.2% (currently ~69 employees).
  - Active job postings: 13 (as of recent data).
  - Strong social following (15,718 LinkedIn followers, +23.7% yearly).
  - Expanded into international markets (Tokyo flagship, Dover Street Market Ginza shop-in-shop).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Mental Health Mission**: Differentiated from typical apparel brands by embedding mental health advocacy into its core – via the Foundation, magazine, podcast, and in-store experiences.
- **Community & Retail Experience**: Each flagship is a localized “experimental retail space” often featuring a café, art installations, and events, creating a destination beyond transactional shopping.
- **Collaboration Network**: Partnerships with heritage brands (Gap, PUMA, UGG) and premium boutiques (Dover Street Market) signal credibility and reach.
- **Content Ecosystem**: Print magazine, podcast, and billboard campaigns keep the brand voice active year-round beyond merchandise.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand retail footprint globally (current focus on US and Japan).
- Deepen mental health impact through The Madhappy Foundation (e.g., developing a childhood anxiety screener with Vanderbilt).
- Continue limited-edition collaborations with major brands to drive buzz and reach new audiences.
- Scale direct-to-consumer e-commerce alongside brick-and-mortar.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Brand built on optimism, positivity, and community. Emphasis on mental health awareness creates a mission-driven workplace.
- **Work Policy**: In-office (OnSite) – all employees work from physical offices (HQ in Los Angeles).
- **Perks**: Employee discounts, creative and collaborative environment in the fashion/lifestyle space.
- **Growth Stage**: Growing company (+41% headcount YoY) with opportunities to make a tangible impact as the brand scales.
- **Notable for Job Seekers**: Roles span design, marketing, operations, retail, and e-commerce; recent job posts include Office Manager, Senior Product Development Manager, Associate Graphic Designer, and store supervisors/associates.

## Sources
1. [madhappy.com](https://www.madhappy.com/pages/about)
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/madhappy)
3. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/madhappy)
4. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhappy)
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/madhappy)

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