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Position Title: Cafe Manager Salary: 80,000-87,000 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 SummaryThe Café Manager for Bon Appetit Management Company is responsible for theoverall success of the Café. This means adhering to the Client’s culture andguidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and Bon Appétit’s standards andexpectations of food quality, freshness and presentation. This position oversees thedaily administrative and operational tasks, including financial management andanalysis, sanitation and safety. This position also motivates trains, develops anddirects all employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfactionof the customers, and maintains a working relationship with the Client.POSITION OBJECTIVES:In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected toconform to the following:● Perform quality work within deadlines with or without directsupervision.● Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.● Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.● Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating andcoordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.MAJOR DUTIES/FUNCTIONS/TASKS:Overall Management● Meets all timelines for payroll, service, accounts receivables, humanresources, corporate office and all other timelines given by Client andmanagement.● Teaches and adheres to Bon Appétit’s philosophy, culture and commitment toquality food and exemplary service.● Takes ownership of the Café.● Has a Passion for food.● Ensures all products and purchases meet Bon Appetit sustainability guidelines● Has knowledge of and enforces the Client/Bon Appétit contractual agreement.Supervision and Development of Staff● Hires, trains and supervises the daily conduct of the staff.● Supervises the adherence to proper uniform standards following the employeehandbook and established account guidelines.● Orders employee name tags.● Helps develop and revise job descriptions.● Helps conducts staff reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions.● Ensures that all Hiring and Training standards are met and documented fordirect hires, including but not limited to New Hire Packet, Employee/ManagerHand Book Sign off Sheet, Fact Training Completion, and Safety Training. Food ProgramsFood Programs● Oversees that high quality food items are creatively well prepared andpresented in a cost effective manner.● Follows Bon Appétit food standards.● Meets and exceeds the expectations of the customer and client perceivedvalue.● Ensures that all products and ingredients that are used are purchasedfollowing bon appétit purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.● Works with management team to ensure that all display, catering and caféservice and culinary set up meet specific account standards.● Makes sure all kitchen waste is disposed of properly in the most sustainablemanner as supported by the clientCustomer Service and Client Relations● Represents the company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in allcustomer, client and employee interactions● Responds to all comments and complaints within 24 hours and follows up witha written response to the Director of Operations or General Manager● Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly andservice oriented manner● Communicates with the Client honestly, accurately and in a timely manner.Financial Management and Analysis● Follows all Bon Appétit’s requirements as outlined in the Accounting Manual.● Analyzes weekly business, making recommendations.● Writes and revises the Café Operations Manual.● Completes inventory with Chef on an appropriate schedule● Conducts cashier audits, guaranteeing the integrity of the cash handlingsystem.● Prices all menu and catering items, specifying portion and prep quantitieswhile adhering to food, and sustainability guidelines.● Maintains and monitors café payroll in conjunction with business forecasts andthe budget.● Ensures that food cost meets budgetary goals each weekRetail Management● Ensures that overall café meets the standards as presented in GreatExpectations, as well as oversees the daily appearance and upkeep of theCafé● Supervises the proper garnishing and presentation of food.● Adheres to Bon Appétit’s standards of fresh and creative décor, as specified in● Ensures that overall café meets the standards as presented in GreatExpectations, as well as oversees the daily appearance of the entire Café● Edits the daily signage for proper spelling and descriptions.● Works with Chef to plan seasonal, holiday specials and offerings, plans andreviews marketing, signage and display of items with Operations Director orMarketing Manager.● Utilizes all web based informational systems, including web menu andcatering menu. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essentialduty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education: College degree or degree in HRI.Experience:● Has a minimum of 3 years applicable experience in a like volume and qualityfood service establishment,● Posses general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability andsustainable food practices● Has the ability to operate Web based ordering systems, process customerrequests, changes to orders, menu updates and client profiles.● Proficient with word processing and spread sheet applications.● Posses the ability to meet Bon Appétit unit specific uniform standardsfor this position.● Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment’s per Bon Appétit guidelines.● Wear a cut resistant glove whenever using a sharp or potentially sharptool or instrument.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:● ServSafe Certification● Online Sexual Harassment Training Apply to Bon Appetit today!Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.Click here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID: 1347279Bon Appetit BRYAN GONI 

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