General Manager- Kansas City, MO

General Manager

Being part of the company management team is about making a difference. If you are passionate about providing the best possible service to residents and customers, then we want you to join our team and make a difference today!

As a general manager, you will be directly responsible for the overall operation and cost-effective management of multiple dining service departments in more than one facility in a given geography. This includes oversight of a dining operation serving breakfast and lunch, a full-scale catering operation, and a licensed Starbucks store. You will ensure your team achieves financial goals and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Is well versed in all aspects of foodservice management, with a proven track record of success
• Takes ownership of the operation and ensures all service timelines and management/client expectations are met
• Manages all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting
• Interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients, and customers
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgment in assisting customers, clients, peers, and subordinates
• Conducts management meetings
• Evaluates problems and makes appropriate recommendations quickly and accurately
• Audits units to ensure compliance with company, government, and accrediting agency standards
• Hires, trains, and orients new management associates

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in food services technology/management or related field; or A.A. degree plus 57 years of directly related experience
• Minimum of 5 years of retail operational foodservice management experience (multi-unit preferred)
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing, and presentation
• P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience desirable
• Experience with cash retail operations and retail marketing
• Strong supervisory, leadership, and coaching skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Certified dietary manager (CDM) certification highly desirable

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed remotely, click here for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1463528

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