General Manager
About The Position
Bon Appetit Management Company is a contract food service restaurant company focused on great food and outstanding service. Its managers and chefs are expected to stay current with culinary trends and bring creative food into their cafes, while continuing to learn and grow. The company operates across a broad range of accounts, creating opportunities for its associates. 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 given geography. The role oversees team achievement of financial goals and targets and emphasizes excellent service to residents and customers.
Requirements
- Proven track record of success and knowledge of foodservice management.
- Good knowledge of food and catering trends, including quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing, and presentation.
- Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with management, customers, and associates.
- Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational practices.
- Proficient computer skills, including various computer programs, Microsoft Office, email, and the Internet.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science degree in Food Services Technology/Management or a related field, or an Associate of Arts degree plus five to seven years of directly related experience.
- At least five years of retail operational foodservice management experience; flexibility may be considered based on formal degree or training.
- 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 the overall operation and cost-effective management of multiple dining service departments in more than one facility within a given geography.
- Ensure the team achieves financial goals and targets.
- Take ownership of operations and ensure service and other management- or client-established timelines are met.
- Manage financial planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting.
- Interact professionally with associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients, and customers.
- Use initiative and sound judgment when assisting customers, clients, peers, and subordinates.
- 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 recordkeeping.
- Hire, train, and orient new management associates.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death coverage
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
- Additional paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
