Cafe & Pantry Manager - Corporate Dining
Position Title: Cafe & Pantry Manager - Corporate Dining
Salary: $68,000 - $70,000
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
Step into an exciting opportunity to bring your leadership, creativity, and operational expertise to a world‑class corporate environment. As the Café & Pantry Operations Manager supporting WWE’s Stamford headquarters, you will oversee a dynamic multi‑pantry program, a high‑volume Coffee Bar, retail Grab & Go offerings, and executive‑level pantry services.
In this Monday–Friday role with consistent daytime hours (generally 9:30 to 5:30), you’ll enjoy an exceptional work–life balance while guiding a talented team of seven associates. Your focus will be on elevating hospitality, enhancing the employee experience, and maintaining excellence across all food and beverage touchpoints.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of all pantry locations, the Coffee Bar, retail Grab & Go, and executive pantry services
- Lead, train, mentor, and schedule a team of 7 employees
- Ensure exceptional service delivery and a polished corporate hospitality experience
- Maintain strict adherence to sanitation, safety, and cleanliness standards across multiple service areas
- Partner with culinary, facilities, and corporate stakeholders to ensure smooth, high‑quality operations
- Manage financial performance and operate within established budgets
- Support special requests or additional responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in café, pantry, or foodservice operations; leadership experience strongly preferred
- A passion for hospitality and professional growth within a corporate service environment
- Strong understanding of POS systems, retail merchandising, and food safety regulations
- Computer proficiency, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- ServSafe or Department of Health 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.
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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