Assistant General Manager - SCAD

Position Title: Assistant General Manager - SCAD

Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 / year

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!

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Job Summary

Savannah College of Art and Design is seeking a hospitality-driven Assistant General Manager to support the daily operations of a high-volume dining program serving the SCAD community. This leader will play a key role in delivering exceptional food quality, operational excellence, and outstanding guest experiences while supporting and developing a strong team culture.

The ideal candidate is an organized and service-focused leader with food service management experience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of dining and food service operations within a high-volume campus environment
• Lead, coach, and develop hourly associates while promoting a positive and collaborative team culture
• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, safety, and guest service are consistently maintained
• Assist in managing scheduling, ordering, inventory, labor, purchasing, and operational costs to support financial goals and budget expectations
• Build strong relationships with students, guests, client partners, and campus stakeholders through exceptional hospitality
• Help oversee onboarding, training, and daily operational execution
• Maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Support special events, campus programs, and operational initiatives as needed
• Collaborate with culinary and operational leadership to enhance the overall dining experience

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of food service management or hospitality leadership experience
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, higher education, healthcare, coffee shops, retail dining, or related hospitality environments preferred
• Experience with scheduling, ordering, inventory management, and daily operational oversight
• Strong operational leadership and team development skills
• Financial acumen and ability to support budget management initiatives
• Passion for hospitality, food quality, and customer service excellence
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• ServSafe Certification preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Associate degree preferred

Why Join SCAD?

Joining the dining team at Savannah College of Art and Design means becoming part of a creative, fast-paced, and hospitality-focused environment that values innovation, collaboration, and exceptional service. This is an opportunity to grow your leadership career while contributing to a vibrant campus community known for creativity and excellence.

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Associates at Bon Appetit 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)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• 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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.