Assistant General Manager

Constellation is a prominent dining and catering company recognized for delivering high-quality business dining and catering experiences across the United States. Operating under the greater umbrella of Elior North America, Constellation specializes in creating exceptional food service offerings in diverse environments such as retail spaces and office buildings. The brand emphasizes fostering connections through food and hospitality, setting it apart as a leading provider within the hospitality industry. Elior North America, which owns Constellation, is known for championing diversity, equal opportunity employment, and employee development at all levels. They nurture an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to grow professionally within the company. Their commitment extends beyond just employment, offering meaningful career advancements and skills enhancement across their brand segments and corporate office.

The Assistant General Manager position at Constellation’s San Francisco location offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled professional to join a top cultural center’s culinary team. This full-time onsite role is designed for a leader capable of managing and guiding a team of associates while ensuring the seamless operation of multiple food and beverage outlets within the venue. With a compensation range between $90,000 and $95,000, this role importantly combines managerial responsibilities and hands-on foodservice operation engagement.

The Assistant General Manager will play a critical role in the day-to-day management of the food service operation, aligning with approved budgets and financial goals. They will assist in financial reporting and budgeting processes, exercise leadership over salaried managers and hourly staff, as well as steward hiring, onboarding, and training activities focused on team member development. A key part of the role involves building and maintaining positive relationships with staff, clients, and guests to ensure a harmonious and high-quality service environment. The Assistant General Manager will also oversee purchasing and inventory control, highlighting a position that blends operational management with strategic financial and team leadership.

Ideal candidates will possess at least five years of direct foodservice operation management experience, a deep understanding of current food and catering trends, quality assurance, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation standards. Familiarity with HACCP protocols and food storage practices is essential, combined with strong financial insight and excellent communication and computer skills. Preference is given to individuals with a bachelor’s degree in Food Services Technology or Management or an associate’s degree complemented by two years of related experience. Additionally, ServSafe certification is viewed as a valuable asset.

This role at Constellation offers a dynamic and rewarding working environment that fosters personal and professional growth. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, along with additional perks such as voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, commuter benefits, an employee assistance program, 401k plans, sick time, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. These benefits, combined with opportunities for ongoing development within a respected brand, make this Assistant General Manager role an excellent career choice for experienced foodservice professionals seeking to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused setting.