General Manager- Corporate Dining
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !
Job Summary
We’re seeking a polished, hospitality‑driven General Manager to lead a small corporate dining account with exceptionally high client expectations. This role is ideal for a detail‑obsessed operator who thrives in high‑touch environments, excels in catering management, and is savvy in both client relations and administrative oversight.
This account supports two floors, with a third floor launching at the end of June, has extensive catering services, pantry and market services. The GM will also interface with a national portfolio, providing elevated visibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all daily operations for a boutique, high‑touch corporate dining environment
- Lead catering operations for a high volume of events, special requests, and client‑specific details
- Manage pantry and market services with a focus on precision and guest experience
- Ensure operational readiness for upcoming expansion to a third floor
- Directly oversee salaried and hourly associates
- Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate staff; promote a cohesive, service‑focused team culture
- Support talent development and succession planning
- Perform extensive administrative work; must be highly computer‑savvy and detail‑oriented
- Manage budgets, financial reporting, labor controls, invoicing, and inventory
- Ensure strong alignment with client financial expectations and internal standards
- Maintain high‑touch relationships with an exacting, detail‑oriented client partner
- Serve as the point of contact for daily client needs, strategic planning, and customized requests
- Collaborate with national portfolio stakeholders to align with broader program initiatives
- Ensure adherence to HACCP, ServSafe standards, and all health department regulations
- Uphold exceptional sanitation, food safety, and service quality standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in upscale, high‑volume, or corporate dining operations
- Proven leadership capability in small, hands‑on environments
- Strong administrative and computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience overseeing catering programs with high client visibility
- ServSafe certification preferred
Associates at Restaurant Associates 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
Apply to Restaurant Associates 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.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
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.
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Req ID: 1514520
Restaurant Associates
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Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
