GENERAL MANAGER - FT HOOD TX

Compass Group • FORT HOOD, TX

10d • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for maintaining the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. The role maintains strong relationships with employees, guests, the client, and other departments; promotes the professional growth and development of the team; and fosters interdepartmental relations by integrating the dining service department with the facility’s plan of operations. The position supports military dining services, delivering dining experiences intended to honor and serve military personnel.

Requirements

• Eight to ten years of upscale food service experience, including six years of management-level experience.
• Experience in personnel management, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and succession planning.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve company goals while complying with company and client policies and procedures.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict-management skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay on task, and concentrate despite frequent interruptions.
• Experience in food purchasing, food costs, and inventory control.
• Ability to create budgets, flash reports, financial targets, and forecasts.
• Knowledge of cash-handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports.
• Knowledge of HACCP controls and proper food storage and use.
• Ability to monitor compliance with health and fire regulations concerning food preparation and service.
• Exceptional business etiquette and client-relations skills.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong catering experience.
• Conformity to high standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in employee meetings, reviews, and training programs.
• Manage in compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Maintain food costs while ensuring quality standards.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, clients, guests, and other departments.
• Manage financial activities, including financial reporting, sales and P&L reports, annual budgets, and cash handling.
• Analyze financial data and create trends.
• Manage purchasing and inventory controls.
• Plan menus in consultation with chefs.
• Apply HACCP controls and ensure proper food storage and use.
• Promote team members’ professional growth and development.
• Foster interdepartmental relations and integrate dining services with the facility’s plan of operations.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance and accidental death coverage
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday time off, varying by site and state
• Personal leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and wellness programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed