Camp Manager

Compass Group, North America; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ESS Support Services Worldwide is seeking a Camp Manager to oversee client dining and facility support on remote and offshore sites, including Alaska. You will manage budgets, supervise staff, and coordinate with chefs to plan menus while maintaining safety and HACCP standards.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a track record of delivering high-quality guest services 24/7 in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight to ten years of upscale food service experience, including six years in management.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in personnel management including hiring, supervision and evaluation.
• Excellent leadership, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations.
• Foster relationships with staff, client, guests, and other departments.
• Promote professional growth and development of the team.
• Integrate dining service with facility operations and plans.
• Manage purchasing, inventory controls, and food cost to meet standards.
• Plan menus in consultation with chefs and HACCP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Time management

Problem solving

Budgeting ability

Cash handling procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

ServSafe certification

Job description

ESS

Position Title: Camp Manager

Salary: $75,000-$95,000 annually

ESS Support Services Worldwide is the specialty division of Compass Group. ESS Support Services Worldwide – Gulf of Mexico is a leading provider of comprehensive support services, specializing in food and facility maintenance for clients and their employees both offshore and on remote land sites. ESS includes our Alaskan native corporations, villages and individuals in the ownership of the catering, housekeeping and facility support services business.

Our team consists of culinary professionals, dedicated kitchen support personnel, and hospitality experts committed to delivering unparalleled guest services, supporting every aspect of daily community life for our clients' resident workers -- 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.

Job Summary

Working as a Camp Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will be expected to maintain excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client, as well as other departments within the operation. You will be responsible for promoting the professional growth and development of the entire team. You will also foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in employee meetings, reviews and training programs
• Manages in compliance with Company established policies and procedures
• Manages in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with staff, client and guest and other departments
• Manages financial acumen for all areas including financial reporting with sales reports P&A reports, writing and adhering to annual budgets and cash handling
• Analyzes and creates trends for financial data
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls
• Plans menus in consultation with chefs
• Is knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• Eight to ten years upscale food service experience, including six years’ experience at the management level
• Experience in personnel management including hiring, supervision, evaluation and succession planning
• Proven track record to achieve company goals in compliance with company/client policies and procedures
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, and must possess attention to detail
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Effective problem solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
• Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control
• Ability to create budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong catering experience required
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

ESS Support Services Worldwide offers competitive wages, has an award-winning benefits program which includes health, medical, dental, vision, retirement plus other insurance which meets the needs of each individual.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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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. 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

ESS Support Services Worldwide maintains a drug-free workplace.