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General Manager – Concessions Cal Dining – University of California, Berkeley

Apply online at: http://jobs.berkeley.edu selecting job # [font='Gill Sans MT']13745[/font]. To learn more about our department, check our website: http://caldining.berkeley.edu/.
We have an opening for a General Manager - Concessions, to join the Cal Dining team (http://caldining.berkeley.edu) of Residential and Student Service Programs - University of California, Berkeley. This position interfaces with on- and off-campus guests, fans, alumni and represents the university in highly visible settings.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
Provide supervision for all aspects of the Concessions Unit; ensure compliance with all Departmental, University, State and Federal laws. Determines the long-term and short-term strategic plans to achieve the objectives of the organization. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Maintain positive relationship with Cal Athletes to develop menu, pricing and delivery of product. Develop and implement plans to maximize revenues and guest services. Control financial operation with approved budget. Liaise between Cal Dining and Cal Athletes. Coordinate with different UC departments (police, refuse, recycling) for event management. Management of employees: Selection, Mentoring, Evaluating and Corrective Action. Full inventory control for all food, beverage and supplies. Responsible for cash handling. Work closely with vendors to maintain zero waste goal at events.
This position requires driving UC vehicles between various sites and events; a CA Drivers License is necessary and a DMV check will be conducted for successful incumbents.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
Concessions Management
Provide direction for all aspects of the Concessions Unit. Ensure compliance with budget, safety, cash handling and quality standards. Ensure compliance with Departmental, University, State and Federal laws. Continually seeks to improve quality of goods and services offered in a responsible manner. Responsible for concessions at
the Memorial Stadium, Haas Pavilion, Edwards Track, Rec Sports Facility and other
locations on and off campus.. Review safety and sanitation policies and procedures and make sure they are carried out effectively. Maintain positive relationship with Cal Athletics and act as liaison between Cal Dining and Cal Athletics. Collaborate with management and Cal Athletes for menu development, pricing and delivery. Coordinate with university departments (police, refuse recycling) for events, and work to ensure all events are zero waste. Due to requirements of various athletic events, must be
able to work a variable schedule due, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Inventory Management
Full responsibility for ordering and inventory control of food, beverages and supplies. Manage inventories, vendor deliveries and menu planning. Adhere to regulatory guidelines. Calculations of Non Profit Group commissions and commission paid to Inter-Collegiate Athletics.

Human Resources Management
Select, train and supervise employees (full time, part time and volunteers). Provide mentorship and guidance to subordinate staff on complex and sensitive events issues. Develop and implement processes to recruit and train non profit organization to include up to 300 members to work concessions stands and carts on game days. Lead and motivate a diverse work team of multiple skill level at multiple locations simultaneously. Payroll duties for all staff. Responsible for managing events support staff. Direct up to 30 managers. Provide guidance to subordinates to achieve events management goals.
Assist professional staff on the more complex and sensitive events issues.


Financial Control
Responsible for developing budgets and operating within set budget. Maintain awareness of new trends and menu items in concession for implementation. Responsible for handling large amounts of cash and enforcing cash handling policies and procedures. Train and supervise staff in University cash handling and accounting as outlined in SAS requirements. Manages an anticipated revenue stream/budget of $3,000,000.


REQUIREMENTS:
3+ years experience in concession sales and cash handling procedures. Demonstrated understanding of management principles, policies and concepts. Familiar with Events Management and PR. Knowledge of Staff and Budget Administration. Excellent interpersonal communication capabilities.
Desired qualifications include Concession experience in a school or University, ServSafe Certification, Concessions Manager Certification.

This position is subject to a criminal background check and a DMV background check for driving record and valid driver’s license. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
Compensation: $63,900.00 - $94800.00; Depending on Experience
For drop-in access to a computer or help with an application contact kympuri@berkeley.edu. For technical assistance call the Help Desk at 510/643-4443.

We offer a diverse working environment. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.