MGR, GENERAL I

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s diverse client portfolio offers great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

About the role

As a General Manager, you will maintain the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will foster strong relationships with employees, guests, the client, and other departments, promote professional growth and development of the team, and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.

Responsibilities

• Participates in employee meetings, reviews, and training programs
• Manages in compliance with company established policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with staff, client, guests, and other departments
• Manages financial acumen for all areas including financial reporting with sales reports, P&L 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• 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
• Proven track record to achieve company goals in compliance with company/client policies and procedures
• Strong catering experience required
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Skills

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
• Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills
• Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to multi-task and stay on task 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
• Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Pay

$80,000 - $105,000 per year

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / 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