General Manager

Compass Group USA; Texas; On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; 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

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Eurest is seeking a seasoned General Manager to serve as a strategic operational leader with end-to-end P&L ownership across workplace dining and café locations in Claude, TX. You will lead high-performing teams, drive guest satisfaction, and scale non-traditional dining/workspace solutions while partnering with executive stakeholders.

You will blend day-to-day leadership with strategic financial management, setting standards and fostering a culture of safety, service, and innovation across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive food service management experience, with multi-unit/high-volume background.
• Proven track record in financial management, P&L accountability, and budget optimization.
• Tech-savvy with modern workspace tools, data analytics, and digital platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for sustainable food practices and elevating workplace experiences.

Responsibilities

• Operational & Financial Ownership: Direct all day-to-day café operations, P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Innovative Hospitality & Culinary Integration: Partner with culinary, nutrition, and marketing teams to launch modern dining concepts.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with procurement, risk management, culinary, and people operations to support goals.
• Talent & Culture Leadership: Lead HR functions including talent acquisition, development, coaching, and counseling.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce food safety, workplace security, and regulatory compliance.
• Communication & Responsiveness: Maintain clear, proactive communication with clients, leadership, and guests.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business Management, or equivalent professional experience

5+ years of progressive food service management experience

Tools

Data analytics

Tech-savvy tools

Job description

Eurest

Eurest Core Values

We believe we’re better together. As one team spanning coast to coast, our core values guide our actions, shape our culture, and define our service.

Hospitality

Great hospitality starts with demonstrating genuine care for others. We do this through great food, thoughtful service, and safe, responsible practices that protect our guests and teams.

Kindness and Respect

Two words that go hand-in-hand in what our work is truly about: taking care of people. Everyone has a seat at our table. We take the time to understand others and listen, valuing diverse perspectives and responding with compassion and empathy.

Trust

We earn trust by doing what we say we’re going to do and taking ownership. We understand people count on us to deliver with consistency, honesty, and accountability across every location and line of business.

Innovation

We embrace fresh thinking and collaboration to find smarter ways to serve. With the flexibility to adapt across industries, we design dining and workplace solutions that move our clients, partners and teams forward.

Excellence

Excellence is how we operate daily. We hold ourselves to high expectations and take pride in our work. We lead with energy, creativity, and a service mindset that turns everyday into something exceptional.

Job Summary

As a General Manager in our rapidly growing organization, you will serve as a strategic operational leader with end-to-end P&L ownership, driving business performance, financial growth, and hospitality excellence. Reporting directly to the District Manager, you will lead high-performing teams to elevate guest satisfaction across all workplace dining and café locations.

In this role, you will blend day-to-day operational leadership with strategic financial management and tech-forward execution. As we scale, our workspaces expand beyond traditional kitchens to encompass dynamic, non-traditional dining and workplace solutions. Partnering with executive stakeholders, you will empower managers, establish operational standards, bring creative solutioning to non-traditional dining formats, and champion a culture centered on safety, service, and continuous innovation.

We are seeking a seasoned leader with strong business acumen and a passion for creating exceptional workplace dining experiences. If you thrive on motivating teams, optimizing multi-unit food programs, and fostering community engagement, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a high-visibility impact.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational & Financial Ownership: Direct all day-to-day café operations, P&L management, budgeting, and financial forecasting while maintaining strict alignment with fiscal and quality standards.
• Innovative Hospitality & Culinary Integration: Partner with culinary, nutrition, and marketing teams to launch modern dining concepts, support sustainable food trends, and curate engaging workplace environments.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal and external partners, including procurement, risk management, culinary, and people operations, to support strategic business goals and brand standards.
• Talent & Culture Leadership: Lead comprehensive HR functions, including talent acquisition, professional development, performance coaching, and progressive counseling.
• Safety & Compliance: Cultivate an uncompromising culture of food safety, workplace security, and operational compliance.
• Communication & Responsiveness: Maintain clear, honest, and timely communication with clients, leadership, and guests, ensuring all feedback and inquiries are resolved proactively.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive food service management experience, with a strong background in multi-unit or high-volume operations.
• Proven track record in financial management, P&L accountability, and budget optimization.
• Tech-savvy approach with a strong working knowledge of modern workspace tools, data analytics, and digital platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication skills suited for a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Deep passion for sustainable food practices, hospitality innovation, and elevating the workplace experience.

Location: Claude, TX

Work Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday

Salary: $100,000 - $115,000+

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible, comprehensive benefits package

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.