Area General Manager

Taher, Inc.•Chicago, IL

About The Position

We are looking to add a highly motivated, food-loving District Manager to our team! The ideal candidate would be responsible for actively supervising the foodservice programs and units assigned as your area of accountability. Management of each account is unique, driven by the Food Service Agreement between Taher, Inc. and each individual client.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum of three years in a multi-unit mid to senior-level management experience required
Strong leadership and excellent oral and written communication skills
Financial and business acumen
Excellent computer skills, including advanced spreadsheet and proficiency at learning software
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Successfully pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Five years of management experience in K-12 or Business/Industry food service, strongly preferred
Contract management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Meeting the reasonable needs of the client
Building, training, and maintaining a high-functioning food service team
Ensuring each unit is meeting the financial objectives of the client and of Taher, Inc.
Overall ownership and accountability of operational management and financial performance of multiple accounts and units
Model key leadership behaviors
Ensure the highest levels of safety, quality, and service excellence for employees, clients, and consumers
Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
Identifying and engage top talent and develop team members to their fullest potential within the organization
Planning and leading team management meetings
Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
Establish and maintain effective client and customer rapport for a mutually beneficial business relationship
Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
Facilitate and support new business and retention activities
Build revenue and manage budget which includes cost controls with regard to food and labor
Ensure the completion and maintenance of P&L statements for the district
Oversight and responsibility to deliver client and company financial targets
Ensure adoption of all processes and systems
Understand performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends
Educate teams on key levers to improve margins
Lead managers in implementing and maintaining corporate management agenda for both labor and food initiatives
Ensure value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management. Understand end-to-end supply chain and procurement processes and systems
Ensure unit managers maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees
Comply with all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, and wage and hour
Performs additional related tasks as assigned by leadership
Responsible for recruiting, training and succession planning of overall district
Maintain relationships with the community where we serve, including professional and civic activities and public appearances
Collaborate in sales, rebid, and retention initiatives
Develop and be accountable for a safety culture that creates a work environment where no one gets hurt
Identify opportunities to implement new and innovative products and services which support business development and client retention
Manage the contract administration process including amendments and extensions