Senior Vice President
Salary: $225,000 - $250,000 / year
Pay Grade: 21
Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus potential, relocation assistance, choice of company vehicle lease or monthly allowance
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.
Job Summary:
The Senior Vice President (SVP) is a pivotal leadership role that requires a forward thinking visionary who can foster a culture of excellence while partnering closely with peers and support services to fulfill the Eurest mission, achieve Key Performance Indicators, drive satisfaction, innovation and business growth. Candidates must be based in the New England area. This role will support approximately 100 business dining accounts and will lead a direct team of around 20 and indirect, up to 800.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage, and inspire a diverse team to deliver exceptional service within the assigned division
- Cultivate strong relationships with clients at all levels to ensure community satisfaction, achieve budgets, ensure the highest levels of quality and service while delivering relevant value over time
- Set the tone for the organizational culture in the region by ensuring transparency, people development, safety, accountability, and alignment through regular team interactions
- Collaborate with key partners on both regional and division initiatives to enhance service delivery and client experience
- Champion talent development within the region through performance evaluations and succession planning, possessing a comprehensive understanding of all operational roles
- Make key decisions with input from the team, weighing risks and rewards while considering short- and long-term implications
- Communicate strategic decisions persuasively based on the specific nature of issues
- Own regional financial results and P&L, collaborating with the leadership team to ensure accurate reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
- Actively participate in partnership meetings, uncover real business needs, and drive retention
- Collaborate with Sales and Retention teams to develop and implement strategies for growth, structure deals, present new business opportunities, build client relationships, and negotiate key contract terms
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university, and / or ten (10+) years of progressive experience in multi-unit foodservice / hospitality management - ideally in a business dining setting
- Proven experience managing a volume of $100-150 million or greater with a high degree of complexity, highly desired
- Strong background in senior leadership roles with expertise in contract and budget management, customer service, people development, food services, and negotiations
- Consistent record of business growth and delivering innovation
- Ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately in a dynamic environment
- Exceptional client relationship management, influencing, listening, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Strong executive presence
- Champion of an inclusive mentality; proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient
- Demonstrated initiative, ownership, multi-tasking, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- 60-65% anticipated travel
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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.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Boston
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