General Manager- Corporate Dining
Salary: $110,000 - $125,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits and Bonus Eligible
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 are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee a small to medium‑sized corporate dining account in NYC and support a broader region of business with training and new business support. This leadership role serves as the right-hand to a Regional District Manager and has expertise in all facets of our business from operational excellence, financial acumen, recruiting and training, and client relationships. This role requires a hands‑on leader who can balance strategy with day‑to‑day execution across a region.
This position offers an ideal Monday through Friday schedule; nights, weekend and holidays off!
Key Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day operations for a designated client location
Own P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls
Manage all HR functions, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance management
Oversee scheduling, payroll, labor management, and compliance
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, customers, and internal partners
Partner with culinary leadership to deliver high‑quality food, menus, and catering programs
Execute marketing and merchandising initiatives to drive engagement and participation
Implement new culinary and operational programs in collaboration with corporate teams
Ensure adherence to Company standards, food safety, and service expectations
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related field preferred
5+ years of foodservice operations experience; multi‑unit experience strongly preferred
Experience managing small to medium corporate dining accounts
Proven success managing budgets and P&L
Strong background in marketing and merchandising
High‑volume production and catering experience required
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain high‑performing teams
Strong communication, organization, and client‑facing skills
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.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
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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