GENERAL MANAGER

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: GENERAL MANAGER - HOUSTON, TX  

Salary: $80000 - $80000 / yr

Other Forms of Compensation: 20% annual bonus potential 

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email View email address on ziprecruiter.com. 

Job Summary

TAKE YOUR CAREER TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH AMERICAN AIRLINES - WE ARE SEEKING DYNAMIC FOOD & BEVERAGE PROFESSIONAL TO LEAD OUR ADMIRALS CLUB LOUNGE TEAM (HOUSTON AIRPORT - IAH)

Being part of Compass and the Eurest Management team is about making a difference.  You're mentoring associates who deliver "wow-worthy" guest service. Your operation runs smoothly ; your guests leave dine & leave happy.  If you are passionate about providing the best possible service to our American Airline loyal travelers, then we want to meet YOU.  As a  General Manager , you are directly responsible for the overall operation and cost-effective management of this busy airport lounge, ensuring team achievement of financial goals and guest satisfaction targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads a food & beverage operation effectively and with an eye always attuned to the details. You're proficient in all aspects of foodservice management and you have the track record of scucess.
• Takes ownership of the operation and ensure operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and the client.
• You're 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, ongoing training & development efforts, and manages by "walking around." You're engaged, involved, and accessible.
• 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, regulations and codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and record keeping
• Hires, trains and orientates new management associates

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
• Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation
• Contract-managed service experience is desirable but not required; previous GM experience a must (restaurant or hotel food & beverage)
• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills 
• Good communication skills both written and verbal; you're emotionally intelligent, you're accountable, and you're committed to your team
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
• Systems savvy - you're comfortable with business systems (MS Office, reporting) 

Apply to Eurest today!

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Associates at Eurest 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)
• 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. 

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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. 

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.