General Manager 5 - Food

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Care

Wellness Programs

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited in Lancaster, CA is seeking a General Manager 5 - Food to oversee large-scale food service operations across multiple sites. You will lead teams, drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost management, and build strong client partnerships to ensure service excellence.

You will shape strategic initiatives, manage people, and influence across the organization to achieve growth and customer satisfaction in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of management experience.
• 4–5 years related experience in food service or operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale food service operations across one or more sites.
• Lead and develop diverse teams to achieve service excellence.
• Manage financial performance including budgeting, forecasting and cost controls.
• Cultivate strong client partnerships to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Drive strategic initiatives that support growth and customer value.
• Make staff decisions including hiring, performance reviews and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & Forecasting

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

General Manager 5 - Food

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited Lancaster, California, United States

About this position

Job Id : CLI-45961-4

Job Type: Direct hire

About the job: In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing large-scale food service operations across one or more sites, ensuring excellence in service, quality, and compliance. You’ll guide teams, manage financial performance, and cultivate strong client partnerships while driving strategic initiatives that support growth and customer satisfaction.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
What’s in it for you: Lead large, complex operations where your strategic thinking and leadership truly make a difference.
Shape a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, innovation, and service excellence.
Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to influence long-term operational success.
Own and impact financial performance through effective budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
Be part of a purpose-driven organization where your leadership supports health, wellbeing, and satisfaction.
Gain exposure to enterprise-level initiatives and cross-functional collaboration opportunities.
Make a lasting mark by helping to define and deliver best-in-class food service experiences.
What you’ll bring: Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-unit food service operations with a focus on quality, service, and compliance.
Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of developing strong teams and fostering a culture of engagement and performance.
Advanced financial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and managing performance targets.
Client relationship management skills and the skillset to influence key stakeholders at all levels.
A strategic mindset paired with hands-on operational agility to drive results in dynamic, high-volume environments.
Requirements: Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Management Experience: 5 years
Related Experience: 4-5 years
What we offer: Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.