VCS Canteen Chief- Providence RI

About the role

Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 80 years of serving our nation's Veterans - the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic General Manager for our Providence - RI VA Medical Center Canteen. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families - along with prior multi-unit experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct food/retail management experience.
• Prior experience with inventory management - supply cost and shrinkage controls - and P&L management experience.
• Proven track record of building sales - increasing profits - and staff development.
• Ability to assess business needs and problem-solve.
• Hands-on leadership with a strong focus on service and hospitality.
• Proficient computer skills using Microsoft applications (Word - Excel - etc.).
• Experience with POS Systems.
• ServSafe certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence- Develop and execute strategic plans that align with organizational goals Achieve financial targets to include NOI - Gross Margin - etc Responsible for inventory management - health and safety compliance - and employee and labor relations
• Leadership and Talent Development- Ability to recruit - develop - and lead collaborative and successful teams Skilled in performance management and holding teams accountable through timely and consistent performance evaluations
• Process Management- Ensure proper and compliant processes related to all canteen functions - including planograms (POGs) - retail point-of-sale (RPOS) systems - inventory control - stock scheduling - food safety - sanitation - and promotional initiatives
• Training and Compliance- Responsible for confirming the canteen is consistently operating to NSF standards and that audit goals are met TMS trainings are compliant and up to date
• Financial Management- Strong understanding and command of financial statements - including budgeting and cost control - with a track record of improving financial margins
• Customer Experience Management- Ability to identify operational improvements - streamline processes - and implement best practices to ensure consistent and high-quality service to Veterans and their caregivers
• Collaboration- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders like Medical Center leadership and various local and national departments
• Technology and Communication- Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - including Word - Excel - and Outlook Comfortable using technology such as point-of-sale systems and internal communication platforms.