General Manager

Compass Group•Los Altos, CA

4d•Remote

About The Position

As 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. What makes Epicurean click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the Epicurean difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Requirements

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

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
Must have the ability to develop budgets and forecasts to meet budgeting requirements.
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