General Manager- Corporate Dining (Ashburn, VA)

Compass Group USA; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

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

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Bon Appetit Management Company seeks a General Manager to lead the corporate dining account in Ashburn, VA. You will oversee cafe operations, catering, client partnerships and team leadership to deliver exceptional hospitality and financial performance.

The role requires a solid background in foodservice management, five+ years of retail ops experience, strong P&L accountability, and outstanding communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field.
• Minimum of five years of retail operational foodservice management experience.
• Experience with cash retail operations and marketing is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food trends, sanitation, cost controls and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall operations of a corporate dining account in Ashburn, VA.
• Oversee cafe operations, catering, client partnerships and team leadership.
• Ensure financial performance and achievement of targets.
• Hire and develop management staff and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Foodservice management

Leadership

Communication skills

Financial management

Cash handling / retail ops

Education

B.S. Degree in Food Services/Management or related

A.A. Degree + 5–7 years experience

CDM certification desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

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General Manager- Corporate Dining (Ashburn, VA)

Position Title: General Manager

Salary: $90,000 to $110,000/ Year

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Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary:

As the General Manager, you will lead the overall operations of a corporate dining account in Ashburn, VA, driving exceptional hospitality, operational excellence, and financial performance. You will oversee all aspects of the dining program, including café operations, catering, client partnerships, and team leadership, while ensuring an outstanding experience for every guest.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, service-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced corporate hospitality environment. If you're passionate about delivering elevated dining experiences, building high-performing teams, and creating lasting client relationships, we'd love to have you join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Is well-versed in all aspects of foodservice management, with a proven track record of success
• Takes ownership of the operation and ensures the operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and/or client
• Manages all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting
• Is proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgement in assisting customers, clients, peers and subordinates
• Conducts management meetings
• Has the ability to think quickly and accurately, be able to evaluate problems and make appropriate recommendations
• Audits units to ensure conformance with the Company, government and accrediting agency standards, regulationsand codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and recordkeeping
• Hires, trains and orients new management associates
• Ensures team achievement of financial goals and targets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus five to seven years of directly related experience preferred
• Minimum of five years of retail operational foodservice management experience preferred, flexible depending upon formal degree or training
• Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation
• P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
• Experience with cash retail operations
• Retail marketing experience is highly desirable
• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
• Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification highly desirable

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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, click here 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Bon Appetit

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