Food Service Assistant Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) Plan + Match

Meal Plan & Employee Discounts

Training and Career Development

Job summary

SSA Group is seeking an Assistant Food Service Operations Manager to support smooth food service operations across partner sites. You will lead frontline teams, implement systems, and help plan upcoming seasons for food concepts, equipment needs and operational excellence.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting awareness, and customer-focused problem solving. You will oversee staff training and safety programs, ensure quality and cleanliness, and collaborate with client staff to maintain

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people-management ability.
• Strong communication with clients, staff and HQ.
• Analytical, budget-conscious and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead SSA EXTRA Guest Service initiatives and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Support implementation of operational systems and policies.
• Plan season staffing, concept needs and forecasting.
• Oversee training, onboarding and safety compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety and quality across operations.
• Manage payroll impact and meet budget targets.
• Coordinate with client staff for positive relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Financial management

Merchandising

Analytical

Planning

Flexibility

Computer skills

Physical stamina

Team supervision

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Assistant Food Service Operations Manager

Who are we:

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United States. With 50 years in the business, SSA has refined the basics while pioneering better ways forward. With pillars of focus like sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, SSA is transforming the cultural attraction industry.

SSA was built by families, for families, with a family’s sense of love anddedication. We don’t just rely on the best practices in our industry, we customize best practices for each partner to set the bar higher and higher, always. We do all we can to further the mission of our partners because their guests and the communities they serve,deserve it.

Position Title: Assistant Food Service Operations Manager

Reports to: Food Service Operations Manager and General Manager (as applicable)

Responsibilities

• Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience for every guest and client.
• Support implementation of operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission, business needs, client & SSA expectations.
• Assumes a supportive and strategic role in upcoming season planning for food concepts, equipment needs and operational excellence.
• Supports department financial forecasts as necessary, information flow and management, business processes and organization planning. Supports oversight of merchandising for consistency, impulse sales, and driving per cap.
• Oversee food service training and orientation of all staff according to the onsite handbook and set expectations by your guidance.
• Ensure SSAfety training(s) completed with all staff upon hire.
• Fulfill guest's needs quickly and efficiently as well as resolve complaints effectively.
• Maintains quality and facility cleanliness.
• Progressively document and discipline employees to promote better work performances compliant to the company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment for all employees and guests.
• Supportive role in the responsibility of the day to day functions of all food services and programs. With specific focus to front of house operations.
• Support facilitation of the maintenance and repairs of facility and equipment.
• Maintains a close relationship with the client's staff to ensure a positive working relationship.
• Ensure overall consistency and high quality across the various operations; plan menus based on such factors as market trends, customer preferences and nutritional considerations.
• Ensure invoices are given to office team ensuring smooth communication so that all vendors are paid within terms.
• Supports management of all operational functions of the Food Department.
• Supports management of payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines. Meet payroll budget percent expectations by being strategic with coverage, on-call shifts, etc.
• Manage employees in accordance with State and Federal labor laws.
• Schedule appropriate staff levels in accordance with budget and business forecast.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

IDEA + Belonging

• Promote an inclusive & supportive approach within the Brand team, with networking continuing at all units.
• Focuses on removing barriers and empowering growth and opportunity for team members at all levels.
• Leads by example through Sustainability/Conservation efforts; displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
• Engages with SSA/Unit in driving community effort through engagement activities and focus. On opportunities of giving back.

Job Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our client, General Manager and HQ personnel.
• Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships.
• Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
• Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Previous Experience

• Two years operations management experience dependent on sales, more years experience may be applicable.
• ServSafe or Food Handling Certified.
• All education backgrounds eligible, must be 18 or older.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. SSA Group reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)

SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly, Non-Exempt. Pay is based on range in consideration of relevant job experience and certification/education
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401 (K) Plan + Match
• Supplemental Insurance
• Training and Career Development
• Tuition Discount through Partnership College
• Parental Leave
• Meal Plan & Employee Discounts

All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice ("Notice").

San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document for more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document.