GENERAL MANAGER- NASHVILLE, TN

Compass Group•Nashville, TN

1d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for the overall operation and cost-effective management of multiple dining service departments across more than one facility in a designated geography. The role leads teams in achieving financial goals and targets while delivering high-quality service to residents and customers. The General Manager oversees foodservice operations, financial planning and reporting, compliance, and the hiring and orientation of management associates.

Requirements

At least five years of retail operational foodservice management experience is preferred; requirements may vary depending on formal degree or training.
Knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food-cost controls, marketing, and presentation.
Supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with management, customers, and associates.
Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational practices.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and the internet.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Food Services Technology, Management, or a related field; or an associate degree plus five to seven years of directly related experience.
P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience.
Multi-unit management experience.
Experience with cash retail operations.
Retail marketing experience.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee foodservice operations and ensure service and other management- or client-established timelines are met.
Manage financial planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting.
Build professional working relationships with associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients, and customers.
Assist customers, clients, peers, and subordinates using initiative and sound judgment.
Conduct management meetings.
Evaluate problems quickly and accurately and make appropriate recommendations.
Audit units for compliance with Company, government, and accrediting-agency standards, regulations, and codes for food storage, preparation, sanitation, and record keeping.
Hire, train, and orient new management associates.
Ensure teams achieve financial goals and targets.