General Manager

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Restaurant Associates in New York is seeking a General Manager to oversee daily operations of a corporate dining account, reporting to the Senior Leader. This role demands exceptional communication, the ability to juggle multiple priorities, and strong team leadership to deliver superior food quality and an elevated client experience.

You will collaborate with chefs and management to develop menus, manage budgets, HR tasks, scheduling, and training while building lasting relationships with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of foodservice operations experience.
• High-volume production and catering experience required.
• Demonstrated desire to learn, grow, and advance within a leading foodservice organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage the account's P&L and budgeting activities.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a high-profile corporate dining account.
• Perform HR functions, including recruiting, coaching, progressive discipline, and terminations.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and employee training initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, guests, clients, and internal partners.
• Collaborate with the Chef and management team to develop menus and ensure exceptional food quality.
• Implement new culinary programs in partnership with the marketing and culinary teams.

Skills

P&L management

Operations leadership

Staff development

Client relationships

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

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• We have an opening for a General Manager position.
• Location: New York, NY
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Pay Range: $125-130K
• Bonus Eligible

Job Summary

The General Manager, reporting directly to the Senior Leader, oversees the day-to-day operations of a corporate dining account with a strong focus on serving high-profile client. This role requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, strong team leadership capabilities, and excellent client relationship management. The General Manager is responsible for ensuring superior food quality and delivering an elevated customer experience that meets the expectations of a high-profile clientele.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the account's P&L and budgeting activities.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a high-profile corporate dining account.
• Perform HR functions, including recruiting, coaching, progressive discipline, and terminations.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and employee training initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, guests, clients, and internal partners.
• Collaborate with the Chef and management team to develop menus and ensure exceptional food quality.
• Implement new culinary programs in partnership with the marketing and culinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of foodservice operations experience.
• High-volume production and catering experience required.
• Demonstrated desire to learn, grow, and advance within a leading foodservice organization.

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards-Best Places to work This is R/A !

Associates at RestaurantAssociates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full‑time and part‑time positions offer the followingbenefits 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

In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip‑resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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

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.