General Manager Butler University
About The Position
The General Manager is responsible for maintaining the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. The role builds and maintains excellent relationships with employees, guests, the client, and other departments; promotes the professional growth and development of the team; and fosters interdepartmental relations while integrating dining services with the facility’s plan of operations. Bon Appétit Management Company operates cafés for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as public restaurants. The company describes its approach as socially and environmentally responsible sourcing and scratch cooking with fresh, local ingredients.
Requirements
- Eight to ten years of upscale food service experience, including six years of management experience.
- Experience in personnel management, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and succession planning.
- Proven ability to achieve company goals in compliance with company and client policies and procedures.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
- Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills.
- Effective problem-solving and conflict-management skills.
- Ability to multitask, stay on task, and concentrate amid frequent interruptions.
- 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.
- Knowledge of HACCP controls and proper food storage and use.
- Ability to monitor compliance with health and fire regulations for food preparation and service.
- Exceptional business etiquette and client-relations skills.
- Effective time management and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
- Strong catering experience.
- Personal integrity and ethical behavior consistent with the highest standards.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- ServSafe or Department of Health certification.
Responsibilities
- Participate in employee meetings, reviews, and training programs.
- Manage in compliance with company policies and procedures and with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Maintain food costs while ensuring quality standards.
- Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, clients, guests, and other departments.
- Manage financial reporting, sales and P&L reports, annual budgets, and cash handling.
- Analyze financial data and create trends.
- Manage purchasing and inventory controls.
- Plan menus in consultation with chefs.
- Apply knowledge of HACCP controls and the proper storage and use of food.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
