General Manager Timber and Tide

Compass Group•South San Francisco, CA

2d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Our Passion is Food!At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job SummaryAs a General Manager, you will be directly responsible for the overall operation and cost-effective management of multiple dining service departments in more than one facility in a given geography. Ensures team achievement of financial goals and targets.

Nice To Haves

B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus five to seven years of directly related experience preferred
Minimum of five years of retail operational foodservice management experience preferred, flexible depending upon formal degree or training
Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation
P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
Multi-unit management experience preferred
Experience with cash retail operations
Retail marketing experience is highly desirable
Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

Is well versed in all aspects of foodservice management, with a proven track record of success
Takes ownership of the operation and ensure operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and/or client
Manages all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting
Is proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers
Demonstrates initiative and good judgement in assisting customers, clients, peers and subordinates
Conducts management meetings
Has the ability to think quickly and accurately, be able to evaluate problems and make appropriate recommendations
Audits units to ensure conformance with the Company, government and accrediting agency standards, regulations and codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and record keeping
Hires, trains and orientates new management associates