Back of House Manager

Compass Group • Seattle, WA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to work This is R/A ! As Back of House Manager, you will oversee all back-of-house operations for a premier corporate dining program. In this role, you will ensure the highest standards of culinary execution, operational excellence, and hospitality while leading a team of culinary and utility professionals. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, mentoring, coaching, and developing team members to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and exceptional service.

Requirements

• At least three years of progressive culinary/hospitality management experience in a high-volume setting
• High volume purchasing, food storage, inventory control, and sanitation experience
• A proactive self-starter with exceptional organizational skills, capable of effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-profile corporate dining environment
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
• Ability to lift, bend, carry up to 40 lbs., manage proper storage of food items as necessary
• Strong supervisory, leadership, hands-on management, and coaching skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
• Strong financial, budgetary, and food cost control practices
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Nice To Haves

• A Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe, and sanitary food production, purchasing, receiving, food storage, and facility maintenance
• Provides leadership and direction to the utility and culinary team, including hiring, training, developing, coaching, and counseling
• Manage equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Oversees inventory, ordering/purchasing, food cost controls, training, and sanitation

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree