General Manager

Company: NexDine
Location: Melville
Posted on: May 20, 2023

Job Description:

Here at NEXDINE, we make diversity our advantage. From the workforce we support, the clientele we service, to the food we create, diversity is our secret sauce!

Want to hear more about our Guiding Principles and what drives us? Apply below!

Job Details

Position: General Manager - Job starts in July 2023

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Location: Melville NY

Benefits: YES!

We provide our full-time team members a generous compensation and benefits package, training, opportunity, and support. We also provide resources, rewards, and incentives to our valued employees.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Many supplemental insurances
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus various perks!
  The General Manager reports to the Resident Vice President and is responsible for managing the daily operations of our Corporate Dining Cafe in North Reading. The General Manager is responsible for exceeding all financial and operational goals, client objectives, customer satisfaction, people management and development while creating a positive work environment for staff and making this the best cafe our customers have ever visited!
  
  General Manager Essential Functions
  
  Culinary:
  
  • Responsible for directing and assisting the Chef and hourly staff in all aspects of menu writing, cycle of cost control, food production, execution and presentation
  • Treat the cafe as it's your own business; you will be responsible for the quality of all food products and ensure that standards are met
  • Oversight of all aspects of catering operations including assisting the catering team as needed
  • The General Manager will assist with food production including but not limited to, grab and go items, deserts, breakfast and lunch specialties and executive catering needs
    Operations:
    
    • Responsible for maintaining vendor and client relationships
    • Responsible for the oversight of supplies, equipment and work areas
    • Arrange for all equipment purchases and repairs
    • Work closely with the Chef regarding the purchasing of all food or other supplies as needed
    • Determine production schedules and staff requirements (including recruitment) necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
    • Responsible for all essential functions of payroll processing and other financials
    • Work together as a team, cleaning the kitchen and cafe, mopping the floor, washing dishes, etc. with staff
    • Ensure company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, uniform guidelines and productivity are maintained
      Financial:
      
      • Manage department controllable expenses and adhere to budgetary guidelines.
      • Ability to generate financial reports and P&L analysis and reporting
      • Develop operational forecasts and manage all unit accounting functions
      • Oversight of inventory management and updating price fluctuation
        People:
        
        • Provide direction and manage performance of all direct and indirect reports ensuring employee development and engagement
        • Manage and motivate employees through continuous communication and encouragement
        • Instruct, train, and mentor in the preparation of cooking, garnishing, presentation of food and customer service
        • Provide superior customer service and lead by example to include being attentive, approachable, greeting and thanking customers.
          Skills and Aptitude:
          
          • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
          • Customer/Client Focus
          • Problem Solving/Analysis - think outside of the box mentality
          • Leadership and development - mentor
          • Team Oriented and team builder
          • Project Management
          • Ability to lift/pull 40 pounds
            Required Education and Experience:
            
            • Bachelor's degree, culinary school certificate or degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
            • 5 - 7 years' experience in a Corporate Dining General Manager Role
            • Microsoft Office Suite
              Required Eligibility Qualifications:
              
              • ServSafe Certification
              • Choke Safety Certification
              • Allergen Awareness Certification (MA)
                Pay Frequency:
                
                • Weekly - Direct Deposit
                  
                  Who We Are:
                  
                  We're NEXDINE, a fast-growing specialty dining service provider, we're the "Fresh Idea People". We offer excellent working conditions, empower creativity, cool technology and of course, great food.
                  
                  We hire and keep great people! We work as a team and everyone contributes to the success of our business. We want our employees to get excited about making great food while keeping our customers satisfied and coming back for more! We want you to continue to learn new things and also teach others what you know so you too can grow! We empower our people to make the choices that ensure every NEXDINE customer is satisfied with our services. We all work hard, love what we do and have fun too!
                  
                  NEXDINE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. NEXDINE participates in E-Verify.

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