GENERAL MANAGER Campus Dining Catering Retail Concessions-- Lamar University- Beaumont, TX

Compass Group•Beaumont, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwell's Higher Education is seeking a dynamic and growth minded GENERAL MANAGER to lead the CAMPUS dining and catering at Lamar University in Beaumont, TX. In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for maintaining the $9 million P&L account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will be expected to excel in relationship building with students, faculty, guests and the client, as well as other departments within the operation. The leadership team will be responsible for promoting the professional growth and development of the entire food service operation. You will also foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the catering and dining services department across the university! Beaumont offers a relaxed Texas lifestyle with plenty to explore, from outdoor adventures and the nearby Gulf Coast. There are many local festivals, live entertainment, museums, and a growing arts and culture scene. Southern Texas is known for comfort food, barbecue, Cajun and Creole influences, Gulf Coast seafood, and locally owned restaurants give the area a diverse culinary identity. Located within easy reach of Houston and the Gulf Coast, Beaumont offers the chance to enjoy a lower-key community while still having access to big-city amenities.

Requirements

Eight to ten years upscale food service experience, including six years’ experience at the management level
Experience in personnel management including hiring, supervision, evaluation and succession planning
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, and must possess attention to detail
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
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
Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
Strong catering experience required
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
ServSafe

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

Participates in employee meetings, reviews and training programs
Manages in compliance with Company established policies and procedures
Manages in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
Establishes and maintains good rapport with staff, client and guest and other departments
Manages financial acumen for all areas including financial reporting with sales reports, writing and adhering to annual budgets and cash handling
Analyzes and creates trends for financial data
Manages purchasing and inventory controls
Plans menus in consultation with chefs
Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food