General Manager (Porsche)

Bon Appétit Management Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company in Atlanta, GA is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-visibility dining and catering operation for a corporate client. This role directs financial governance, operations, guest experience, and team leadership to achieve excellence.

You will mentor managers, drive profitability, ensure top-tier service and safety, and collaborate across departments to meet client expectations and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive food service, hospitality, or catering dining services experience, including at least 5-6 years in a leadership role.
• Strong Corporate Catering Management experience is required.
• Demonstrated success managing large teams and complex operations.
• Proven experience overseeing budgets, P&L performance, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with hiring, coaching, performance management, and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a team of managers and frontline associates.
• Foster a culture focused on engagement, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Lead employee meetings, training initiatives, performance reviews, and succession planning efforts.
• Champion professional growth and create opportunities for career advancement within the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, guests, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure exceptional hospitality and consistently exceed client and guest expectations.
• Collaborate across departments to support organizational goals and enhance the overall guest experience.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the client.
• Direct all financial aspects of the operation, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, and financial reporting.
• Analyze operational and financial performance metrics to identify trends and growth opportunities.
• Develop and execute business strategies that improve profitability while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Manage purchasing, inventory controls, and cost containment initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, sanitation, and presentation.
• Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus that drive guest satisfaction and operational success.
• Oversee catering operations and large-scale events to ensure seamless execution.
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, health department regulations, and food safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & P&L

Client relationship management

Forecasting

Communication

Problem-solving

Team development

Hospitality management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

ServSafe Certification

HACCP knowledge

Job description

General Manager

Location: Atlanta, GA

Pay Range : $100,00 -$110,000

Bonus - Eligible

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage-free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Team Development

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a team of managers and frontline associates.
• Foster a culture focused on engagement, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Lead employee meetings, training initiatives, performance reviews, and succession planning efforts.
• Champion professional growth and create opportunities for career advancement within the team.

Client & Guest Experience

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, guests, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure exceptional hospitality and consistently exceed client and guest expectations.
• Collaborate across departments to support organizational goals and enhance the overall guest experience.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the client.

Financial & Business Management

• Direct all financial aspects of the operation, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, and financial reporting.
• Analyze operational and financial performance metrics to identify trends and growth opportunities.
• Develop and execute business strategies that improve profitability while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Manage purchasing, inventory controls, and cost containment initiatives.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, sanitation, and presentation.
• Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus that drive guest satisfaction and operational success.
• Oversee catering operations and large-scale events to ensure seamless execution.
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, health department regulations, and food safety protocols.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive food service, hospitality, or Catering dining services experience, including at least 5-6 years in a leadership role.
• Strong Corporate Catering Management experience is required
• Demonstrated success managing large teams and complex operations.
• Proven experience overseeing budgets, P&L performance, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with hiring, coaching, performance management, and talent development.
• Strong client relationship management and customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and business acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Culinary Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience in upscale dining/catering, corporate dining, or luxury hospitality environments.
• Knowledge of food purchasing, inventory management, and labor management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• ServSafe Certification and/or equivalent food safety certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP standards and food safety regulations.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-visibility dining and catering operation.
• Make a meaningful impact on guests, clients, and team members.
• Drive innovation and operational excellence.
• Develop and mentor future hospitality leaders.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth within a respected hospitality organization.

Benefits

• 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
• Choice Auto and Home Program

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

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. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

About Compass Group

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace.