Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $32.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
weekly pay
401K with company match
Employee assistance program
Medical
prescription
Dental
vision plans
FSA/HSA
Ongoing training and development programs
Bonus programs
Job Description
American Dining Creations is a division of American Food & Vending, recognized as one of the largest privately held hospitality service partners in the United States. As a leader in the hospitality industry, American Dining Creations specializes in offering comprehensive dining solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of corporate and educational dining partners nationwide. The company emphasizes flexibility, innovation, and outstanding management practices to deliver superior culinary experiences. Operating with a national reach yet maintaining a personalized approach, they combine creative menus, full café dining with the Fresh Difference culinary philosophy, mobile ordering, catering services, and grab-and-go programs like My Fresh Market, ensuring an exceptional guest experience for students, guests, and faculty. With over 2,000 employees serving hundreds of thousands of guests daily, American Dining Creations has built a reputation for operational excellence, partnership, and 24/7 support to all clients.
The General Manager role at American Dining Creations located in Portland, ME, is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary and service operations for an assigned account location. This role acts as the company representative and is charged with ensuring client satisfaction and efficient management of resources. The General Manager handles daily meal services, catering events, and overall operations, leading culinary teams to execute menu offerings properly while managing food costs and patron requests. The position requires a strong acumen in managing staff schedules according to labor guidelines, interacting regularly with clients, guests, and vendors, and supporting special events and new account openings. A critical aspect of the role is ensuring compliance with local food safety standards, including accurate food handling, preparation, temperature, and production logs.
This is a dynamic role ideal for candidates with a strong hospitality or culinary background, solid financial knowledge, and leadership capabilities to manage service volumes up to 500 customers daily with a staff team of 5 or more. The role demands proficiency in Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX, and other online ordering systems and the flexibility to accommodate varying business needs. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods during the daily work schedule. Holding a valid driver’s license is mandatory. Working at American Dining Creations means engaging in an environment dedicated to preserving the highest standards of customer service and operational efficiency while providing opportunities for ongoing training and career development. The company offers competitive compensation that varies by location and benefits such as weekly pay, retirement plans, medical and dental coverage, and employee assistance programs. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences while driving operational success.
The General Manager role at American Dining Creations located in Portland, ME, is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary and service operations for an assigned account location. This role acts as the company representative and is charged with ensuring client satisfaction and efficient management of resources. The General Manager handles daily meal services, catering events, and overall operations, leading culinary teams to execute menu offerings properly while managing food costs and patron requests. The position requires a strong acumen in managing staff schedules according to labor guidelines, interacting regularly with clients, guests, and vendors, and supporting special events and new account openings. A critical aspect of the role is ensuring compliance with local food safety standards, including accurate food handling, preparation, temperature, and production logs.
This is a dynamic role ideal for candidates with a strong hospitality or culinary background, solid financial knowledge, and leadership capabilities to manage service volumes up to 500 customers daily with a staff team of 5 or more. The role demands proficiency in Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX, and other online ordering systems and the flexibility to accommodate varying business needs. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods during the daily work schedule. Holding a valid driver’s license is mandatory. Working at American Dining Creations means engaging in an environment dedicated to preserving the highest standards of customer service and operational efficiency while providing opportunities for ongoing training and career development. The company offers competitive compensation that varies by location and benefits such as weekly pay, retirement plans, medical and dental coverage, and employee assistance programs. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences while driving operational success.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant or business or Culinary Degree from an accredited culinary association preferred
- Five years' experience in a similar management position including retail, hotels, business, or education dining
- Solid financial knowledge of operating budgets, food ordering, inventory, labor modules and point of sale systems
- Experience with service volume up to 500 customers daily and managing staff of 5 employees or more
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX and other online order systems
- Ability to work a flexible weekly schedule to accommodate business needs
- Must be able to lift to 50lbs, stand, walk, bend for daily work schedule
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant or business or Culinary Degree from an accredited culinary association preferred
- Five years' experience in a similar management position including retail, hotels, business, or education dining
- Solid financial knowledge of operating budgets, food ordering, inventory, labor modules and point of sale systems
- Experience with service volume up to 500 customers daily and managing staff of 5 employees or more
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, CATERTRAX and other online order systems
- Ability to work a flexible weekly schedule to accommodate business needs
- Must be able to lift to 50lbs, stand, walk, bend for daily work schedule
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
Job Duties
- Manage dining services including daily meal service, catering events, and operations
- Work alongside culinary leaders at the account to ensure proper execution of menu offerings and keep all food costs, patron requests and standards in line
- Complete and manage daily and weekly reports to a District Manager
- Manage staff and work schedules in accordance with labor modules
- Interact daily with clients, guests, and vendors
- Assist and support with special events including new account openings
- Ensure all food handling, preparation, temperature and production logs are accurate to meet all local food safety regulations
- May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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