Gecko Baltimore is hiring: Food And Beverage General Manager in Elkridge

THE ROLE: FOOD SERVICE GENERAL MANAGER

The Food Service General Manager is responsible for effectively and profitably managing and directing all day-to-day aspects of the food and beverage operations including, but not limited to, concessions, catering, and premium services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Food and Beverage General Manager

• Upholding team’s standards for quality and performance in all phases of the food and beverage operations.
• Constantly innovating the guest experience – food, service, communications, etc. Balancing creativity with practical implementation.
• Implementing strategies to increase revenue and per caps year over year.
• Managing the operational budget, monthly P&L statements, ensuring all financial reporting is accurate.
• Maintaining strong, collaborative working relationships with the team and business partners.
• Overseeing management team, including developing talent, promoting from within, coaching, and performance management.
• Developing yearly operational budgets that result in a fiscally sound operation, including product levels and pricing.
• Overseeing inventories for all departments.
• Verifying, preparing, and submitting reports/monthly projections as required.
• Working closely with multiple sub-contractors to ensure all standards are met and terms of the contract are followed.
• Ensuring unit compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding sale of alcohol, OSHA, employment and EEO guidelines.
• Performing additional related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required.
• Waldorf , Md.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform in this role successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential function at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2-4 years management experience in the contract foodservice industry, preferably in a sports and entertainment venue.
• Ideal candidates must have experience in high volume, foodservice accounts, preferably in concessions or premium services for a sports and/or entertainment venue, with experience overseeing the sale of alcohol.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Previous P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and POS Systems is required.
• Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Located in Waldorf, Md.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS- Food and Beverage General Manager