ASST GENERAL MANAGER

Assistant General ManagerCulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt's extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.Working as an Assistant General Manager, you are responsible for maintaining the account along with the General Manager in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. You will conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs while maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client as well as other departments within the operation. You will promote the professional growth and development of the entire team. You will be expected to foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.Key Responsibilities:Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable lawsInterviews, hires, trains and coaches employees and managersParticipates in employee meetings and training programsMaintains food cost while ensuring quality standardsManages purchasing and inventory controlsIs knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of foodPerforms related duties and special projects as assignedPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experienceFive to seven years upscale food service experience, including one year experience of multi-unit managementExcellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detailSupervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skillsEffective problem solving and conflict management skillsAbility to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptionsMonitor food purchasing, food costs, preparation, production and inventory controlPrepare and monitor budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecastsMenu planning in consultation with chefsKnowledge of cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reportsMust be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of foodMonitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and servingReview work procedures and operational problems in order to determine ways to improve service, performance, and/or safety.Excellent communication skills both written and verbalExceptional business etiquette and client relationsManages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlinesExcellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPointStrong catering experience requiredServSafe or Department of Health certification a plusAssociates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 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, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and personal leave.