GENERAL MANAGER - LIBERTYVILLE, IL

About the role

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest offers a rewarding career with limitless opportunities. You will lead a team delivering world-class meals in corporate cafes, executive dining rooms, and on-site catering, working with prestigious companies and interesting locations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in employee meetings, reviews, and training programs
• Manage in compliance with company policies, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Maintain food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, clients, guests, and other departments
• Manage financial acumen, including financial reporting, P&L reports, budgeting, and cash handling
• Analyze and create trends for financial data
• Oversee purchasing and inventory controls
• Plan menus in consultation with chefs
• Ensure knowledge of HACCP controls, proper food storage, and usage
• Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving
• Promote professional growth and development of the team
• Foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate dining services with facility operations
• Manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• Eight to ten years of upscale food service experience, including six years at the management level
• Experience in personnel management, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, and succession planning
• Proven track record of achieving company goals in compliance with policies and procedures
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Strong supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching abilities
• Effective problem-solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to multitask and stay focused despite constant 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
• Strong catering experience required
• High standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Holiday time off (varies by site/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

Pay

$80,000 - $85,000