General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $115,000 - $120,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Relocation Package Available 

 

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

At the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta, every guest experience reflects the precision, innovation, and excellence synonymous with the Porsche brand. Located alongside Porsche's North American headquarters, this premier destination features a full-service restaurant, an upscale employee café and barista bar, executive and corporate catering, private events, and immersive guest experiences for visitors from around the world.

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring General Manager to lead this high-profile hospitality operation. This role offers the opportunity to oversee a diverse portfolio of dining, catering, and event services while partnering with a globally recognized luxury brand. The successful candidate will combine operational expertise, financial acumen, and a passion for hospitality to create memorable experiences for guests, clients, and associates alike.

What You'll Do

• Inspire, coach, and develop managers and frontline associates across dining, catering, and event operations.
• Foster an inclusive culture built on collaboration, accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Lead training, performance development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Create opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Build strong relationships with client partners, guests, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure hospitality standards consistently exceed expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted strategic partner for the client.
• Partner across departments to enhance the overall guest experience and support business objectives.
• Direct all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and P&L performance.
• Analyze operational and financial results to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• Develop strategies that enhance profitability while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory management, labor planning, and cost controls.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation.
• Partner with culinary leadership to develop compelling restaurant, café, and event offerings.
• Oversee catering operations and special events, ensuring flawless execution.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP guidelines, food safety standards, and company policies.

What We're Looking For

• Progressive leadership experience in hospitality, food service, catering, restaurant, or luxury guest-focused environments.
• Significant experience leading complex dining and catering operations.
• Experience managing financial performance, forecasting, budgeting, and operational reporting.
• Success leading, developing, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Strong relationship-building and client partnership skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
• Experience within luxury hospitality, upscale dining, corporate dining, destination venues, or premium catering environments.
• Knowledge of purchasing, inventory controls, labor management, and operational systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credentials.
• Strong understanding of HACCP principles and food safety regulations.

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

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)
• 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.

-usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

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.

Req ID: 1581002

Bon Appetit 

Michael Abbey