Assistant GM - Shopify, NYC

Compass Group•New York, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Associates, a leader in dining and event catering for prestigious institutions, is seeking an Assistant General Manager for their Shopify, NYC account. The Assistant General Manager, alongside the General Manager, is responsible for managing the account within the approved budget while ensuring client satisfaction. This role involves overseeing safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs, fostering excellent relationships with employees, guests, and the client, and promoting the professional growth of the team. The position also requires fostering strong interdepartmental relations and integrating the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.

Requirements

Five to seven years of upscale food service experience, including one year of 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

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

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