General Manager

Veterans Canteen Service•Garner, NC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

General Manager Looking for a better work-life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran’s first for an amazing career! With over 80 years of serving our nation’s Veterans, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking progressive Leaders who want to grow with us. We are looking for dynamic General Managers to join our fast- paced environment and have a passion for our Veterans and their families with prior multi-unit experience. The VCS is a federal agency under the Department of Veteran Affairs and operates cafés, retail stores, coffee shops and vending machines across the country.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of direct food/retail management experience
Prior experience with inventory management, supply cost and shrinkage controls, and P&L management experience.
Proven track record of building sales, increasing profits, staff development
Ability to assess business needs and problem solve
Hands-on leadership with a strong focus on service and hospitality
Proficient computer skills using Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
Experience with POS Systems
ServSafe certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire date
A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment.
It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree preferred, but not required, in Business, Hospitality or Management.

Responsibilities

The General Manager oversees all aspects of canteen operations in Garner, NC , including retail, food service, vending, sales, merchandising, and accountability.
This role entails comprehensive personnel management, administrative oversight, and process evaluations related to canteen functions, such as planograms (POGs), retail point-of-sale (RPOS) systems, inventory control, stock scheduling, food safety, sanitation, and promotional initiatives.
Additionally, the General Manager is responsible for achieving financial targets and executing program objectives as directed by the Veterans Canteen Service Central Office (VCSCO) and/or the Regional Director.