CAFE&RETAIL MANAGER - WASHINGTON, DC

Compass Group, North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Eurest in Washington, DC is seeking a Cafe & Retail Manager to oversee the daily operation of our corporate cafe and on-site retail services. You will manage staff, ensure operational efficiency, cash controls and payroll records, and deliver exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate has cafe management experience, strong financial acumen, knowledge of coffee operations, and ServSafe certification; must be flexible to working hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or A.A. degree with related experience.
• Three+ years supervisory experience in food service operations.
• Knowledge of retail, food and catering trends; focus on quality.
• Strong leadership, coaching and communication skills.
• Financial, budgeting and accounting skills; proficient with MS Office.
• ServSafe Certified.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative and operational tasks.
• Manage staff and payroll controls.
• Handle budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Control costs and monitor expenditures.
• Ensure sanitation and safety of units.
• Coordinate with marketing and culinary teams on programs.
• Liaise directly with the client.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Microsoft Office

ServSafe Certified

Retail trends

Education

Culinary degree preferred

A.A. degree + related experience

Job description

Eurest

Position Title: CAFE & RETAIL MANAGER - WASHINGTON, DC

Salary:

$60000 - $65000

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.

Job Summary

The Cafe & Retail Manager position is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. Our Cafe & Retail Managers are responsible for the successful retail/cafeteria operation of Food & Retail Managers will perform a variety of duties including the planning and supervision of special functions, the maintaining of cash controls and payroll records, and the hiring and training of our hourly team members. They also ensure customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient uses of resources.

The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in café management, demonstrate strong financial acumen, and possess a solid background in coffee operations and service.

Must be flexible to work varying hours of operation based on business needs, including Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM-6:00 PM and Saturday - Sunday from 8:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees daily administrative and operational tasks

• Handles all aspects of staff management

• Manages all financials including budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Maintains knowledge of the market place and trends

• Manages cost controls and control expenditures for the account

• Oversees sanitation and safety of assigned unit(s)

• Purchases and manages inventory

• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

• Acts as the direct liaison with the client

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred, or A.A. Degree plus related experience

• Three or more years supervisory experience in food service operations

• Knowledge of retail, food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Leadership, management and coaching skills

• Communication skills both written and verbal

• Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, the Internet and other necessary computer programs

• ServSafe® Certified

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic 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

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 Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf

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, and 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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.