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General Manager

 

 

Salary:  $85,000 - $95,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan 

 

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

As a General Manager within Compass, you will lead a dynamic, client facing operation that includes a barista bar, grab and go retail, and catering services. This role is responsible for the overall performance of the account, balancing exceptional hospitality with disciplined financial and operational management. Working in close partnership with the Executive Chef, the General Manager serves as the primary operational leader on site, overseeing a small, high impact team while ensuring service excellence, client satisfaction, and consistent results across all dining platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Provide full operational and financial oversight for a corporate dining account including barista bar, grab and go, and catering services

  • Lead a team of approximately five hourly associates with the Executive Chef as the only other salaried leader on site

  • Own all aspects of foodservice operations including service standards, food quality, safety, sanitation, and guest experience

  • Manage P and L performance including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting

  • Ensure all service timelines, operational deadlines, and client expectations are consistently met

  • Partner closely with the Executive Chef on menu execution, production planning, and catering delivery

  • Hire, train, coach, and develop associates while maintaining strong employee engagement and accountability

  • Conduct regular team meetings and maintain clear, professional communication across all levels

  • Audit operations to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and food safety standards

  • Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal Compass partners

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Foodservice Management, Hospitality, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience

  • Four or more years of foodservice management experience in retail, corporate, or contract dining environments

  • Demonstrated experience managing financials, budgets, and cost controls

  • Strong knowledge of food, coffee, catering, and retail dining trends with a focus on quality and consistency

  • Experience overseeing retail and grab and go operations

  • Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to interact effectively with clients, associates, and senior leadership

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, and standard business systems

Apply to Compass Group today!

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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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

 

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

 

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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf

 

Req ID:  1494857

Compass Corporate 

Michael Abbey 

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Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
Job Segment: Food Service, Hospitality

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