What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef / General Manager position at Acorn Services Inc?
Chef / General Manager
CAFETERIA STYLE FOOD SERVICE
Chef / General Manager (Hiring for a start date end of Feb )
Albany , NY
This Location Operates Mon thru Thursday Breakfast Lunch & Dinner (6 am thru 6 pm) and Friday just Breakfast & Lunch closes at 2 pm
As a GM /Chef Manager you will be the Face of the Operation. You are Responsible for all the daily food service operations of your site. Provide overall direction, Leadership and you will have high level Client Contact. You will be tasked with achieving various service levels, operating and financial goals. Compensation Range - $66,500 to $70,000 depending on actual experience & qualifications) additionally we offer Major Medical, Holiday, Vacation pays benefits, 401 K with an annual Bonus opportunity
Duties
• Interview, hire, train, and oversee, employees.
• Provide motivation and training to Employees.
• Identify top talent and develop team members to move up within the organization
• Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and the overall presentation of food.
• Achieves an A rating at each local Health inspection and ensures food safety standards and regulations.
• Attend Meetings as required.
• Monitor the actions of employees workers to ensure everyone's personal safety
• Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality or service
• Review Weekly budgets and payroll records and purchase transactions
• Establish standards for personnel performance and Meal service
GM / Chef Manager are generally responsible for all functions of the business related to operation at their assigned site. Considered a hands-on position in service areas – Directing Food prep & meal execution & Meal service plus administrative responsibilities
Important Qualities -Culinary Background – 2 to 3 years of Cafeteria Corporate (B&I) or College and Catering Services. Understanding a P& L operation, Food & Payroll control – With A proven track record
Computer Skills – Proficient in use of Email communications etiquette, WORD, EXCEL & POWER POINT Programs &, PDF Files
Customer-service skills. Must have good customer service skills when dealing with Guests. Satisfying clients and exceeding their needs is critical for success and ensures customer loyalty.
Detail oriented. Must deal with many different types of activities at the same time. They deal with staff, making sure there's enough food, taking care of records, making sure the place is in good condition, and more.
Leadership skills. All Managers must establish good working relationships to ensure a productive work environment. This may involve motivating workers, resolving conflicts, or actively listening to staff to solve problems.
Directorial skills. Chef / Mgr. Managers may deal with budget matters; they also coordinate and supervise workers. Choosing the best people for a job is important, as is the need to guide and motivate employees.
Organizational skills. Chef/ Manager keep track of many different schedules, budgets, and people at once. This becomes more complex as the population increases at your site.
Problem-solving skills. The ability to resolve personnel issues and food-related problems is imperative to the work of Directors. As a result, they must be creative and practical when solving problems.
Speaking skills. Food service Manager must give clear orders to staff and be able to explain information to employees .
Stamina. Chef Mgr may spend a lot of time on their feet, often working long hours. They need stamina to handle the physical and other stresses of the job.
Requirements – Other Qualifications – A Current MGR Serve Safe Certification
Prerequisite - Complete Criminal Background Check – But be clear of any Felonies & No Misdemeanors in last 5 years
**Drug Free environment including any CBD's
Drug and Alcohol-Free Policy- This location is a drug and alcohol-free environment. This includes, but
is not limited to, full-time employees and part-time employees
Our workplace is free of illegal harassment & Discrimination . Such harassment is defined as conduct
of a sexual nature, or related to or because of an individual’s sex, age, race, religion, natural origin,
disability, sexual orientation, or other classification protected by law, when submission to such conduct is
made a term and condition of employment or forms the basis for employment decisions, or when such
conduct unreasonably interferes with an individual’s work performance or otherwise creates a hostile
working environment
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative-Action Employer
Salary : $66,500 - $70,000