GENERAL MANAGER Campus Dining- Angelo State University- SAN ANGELO, TX

Compass Group•San Angelo, TX

10d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a dynamic, growth-minded General Manager to lead campus dining and catering at Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas. The role leads an on-campus dining operation and is accountable for maintaining an $8 million P&L in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. The General Manager builds relationships with students, faculty, guests, the client, and other departments, and promotes professional growth and development across the food service operation. The position also fosters interdepartmental relationships and integrates catering and dining services across the university. The General Manager leads chefs, managers, and associates; influences menus and the guest experience; develops talent; and manages financial performance. The role includes financial reporting, budget adherence, purchasing and inventory controls, food cost and quality oversight, and menu planning in consultation with chefs. The position must comply with company policies and applicable local, state, and federal laws, and maintain knowledge of HACCP controls and proper food storage and use.

Requirements

Eight to ten years of upscale food service experience, including six years of management-level experience.
Experience in personnel management, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and succession planning.
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with 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.
Knowledge of HACCP controls and proper storage and use of food.
Exceptional business etiquette and client relations.
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Strong catering experience.
Conformity to high standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
ServSafe.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in employee meetings, reviews, and training programs.
Manage in compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Maintain food cost while ensuring quality standards.
Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, the client, guests, and other departments.
Manage financial operations, including financial reporting, sales reports, annual budgets, budget adherence, and cash handling.
Analyze financial data and create trends.
Manage purchasing and inventory controls.
Plan menus in consultation with chefs.
Maintain knowledge of HACCP controls and proper food storage and use.
Lead campus dining and catering and meet client expectations.
Promote professional growth and development across the food service operation.
Foster interdepartmental relationships and integrate catering and dining services across the university.