GENERAL MANAGER

General Manager - Newark, NJ

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Being part of the Eurest leadership team is about making a difference. If you are passionate about providing the exceptional service to our customers, then we want you to join our team and make a difference today! As a General Manager for this busy corporate dining account, you are responsible for the overall Food & Beverage operation and cost-effective management of this high volume dining program which includes a substantial amount of catering. Our General ensures team achievement of financial goals and targets; they are consistently mentoring, motivating, and inspiring excellence, wowing our guests & clients. Please note - this role demands schedule flexibility, as there are several evening events on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficient in all aspects of foodservice management, with a proven track record of success
• Takes ownership of the operation and ensures operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and/or client
• Manages all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting
• Is proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgement in assisting customers, clients, peers and subordinates
• Conducts management meetings
• Has the ability to think quickly and accurately, be able to evaluate problems and make appropriate recommendations
• Audits units to ensure conformance with the Company, government and accrediting agency standards, regulations and codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and record keeping
• Hires, trains and orientates new management associates

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus five to seven years of directly related experience preferred
• Minimum of five years of foodservice management experience preferred, flexible depending upon formal degree or training; high volume corporate catering experience strongly preferred
• Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation
• B&I/corporate account managed service experience is desirable
• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Good communication skills both written and verbal; must be articulate and able to present effectively to leadership
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
• Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, and proprietary business intelligence tools utilized for reporting

Apply to Eurest today!

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and personal leave.