Assistant General Manager

Bon Appétit Management Company; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

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 (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company is looking for an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in budget maintenance while ensuring client satisfaction. The role involves managing safety programs, training employees, and maintaining food costs.

A bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of upscale food service experience are preferred. Excellent leadership, organizational skills, and Microsoft Office proficiency are essential. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of upscale food service experience, including 1 year multi-unit management.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure adherence to policies.
• Manage purchasing and inventory controls.
• Conduct safety and sanitation programs.
• Maintain food cost and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict-management skills

Multi-tasking ability

Microsoft Office proficiency

Catering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Assistant General Manager

Salary: $57,000 to $110,000

Job Summary

As an Assistant General Manager, you will work alongside the General Manager to maintain the account within the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will be responsible for conducting safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs, building strong relationships with employees, guests, the client, and internal departments, and fostering professional growth and development across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organization policies and applicable laws.
• Interviews, hires, trains and coaches employees and managers.
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs.
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards.
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls.
• Is knowledgeable about HACCP controls and proper storage and use of food.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Five to seven years upscale food service experience, including one year of multi‑unit management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills; flexible and adaptable to constant changes.
• Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict‑management skills.
• Ability to multi‑task, stay focused, and prioritize tasks amid interruptions.
• Monitor food purchasing, food costs, preparation, production, and inventory control.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, flash reports, financial targets, and forecasts.
• Menu planning in consultation with chefs.
• 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.
• Review work procedures and operational problems to improve service, performance, and/or safety.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong catering experience required.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Additional Information

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace. Req ID: 1545058. Contact: Gina Barbish.