ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER - SUNY MARITIME COLLEGE

Compass Group•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Working as an Assistant General Manager for Chartwells Higher Ed at SUNY Maritime College, you are responsible for maintaining the account along with the General Manager in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs while maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client as well as other departments within the operation. You will promote the professional growth and development of the entire team. You will be expected to foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations. This position will also have an annual Sea Term where you will work on a training vessel at sea for 75 consecutive days. This term is typically during the summer and may potentially be split moving forward. The training vessel is a new ship as of 2024! With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance authoritatively and make an immediate impact on our food service operations.

Requirements

Five to seven years upscale food service experience, including one year experience of multi-unit management
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
Monitor food purchasing, food costs, preparation, production and inventory control
Prepare and monitor budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts
Menu planning in consultation with chefs
Knowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports
Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving
Review work procedures and operational problems in order to determine ways to improve service, performance, and/or safety.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong catering experience required
ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Interviews, hires, trains and coaches employees and managers
Participates in employee meetings and training programs
Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
Manages purchasing and inventory controls
Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned