General Information


Job Description FOOD SVC MGR 1 Working Title General Manager of The Barn
Job Code 000393 Grade 20
Department Name Dining Services - D01209 Department Head Marcus Van Vleet
Supervisor Marcus Van Vleet Effective Date 06/01/2023
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE
005234 FOOD SVC SUPV 1 1.0
005235 FOOD SVC SUPV 2 1.0

Generic Scope
Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.

Custom Scope
Receives department/section assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides direction to staff according to established policies and management guidance. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.

Department Custom Scope
Under the general direction from the Director of Retail & Restaurants, the General Manager will plan, organize, manage, and direct the total day-to-day activities of the front of house operation for The Barn. The Barn is comprised of a quick service restaurant with four distinct platforms (deli, salads, hot entrees, and grill) with 90 seats and an exit POS operational model, a fast casual restaurant with 60 seats, two 3rd party Bars, an outdoor patio with 110 seats, and an outdoor patio/entertainment venue with stage of 260 seats. The General Manager will directly manage three (2) and indirectly supervise over seventy-five (75) employees (career, limited, and student employees). Directly responsible for managing staff, work schedules, customer service, food presentation, dining rooms, special events, entertainment events, green rooms, and maintenance functions for The Barn complex. This position participates in the planning, development, preparation, and management of unit budgets to ensure fiscal controls. The General Manager selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates performance of assigned staff. The General Manager works in collaboration with the Culinary Manager and Executive Chef to ensure food quality, assists in the development of innovative menus/menu items, and oversees proper ordering, receiving, and storage of all goods. Works diligently to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction. Provides operational oversight, guidance, training, and support to the management team and leadership team within The Barn. The General Manager models excellent leadership skills and creates a welcoming environment for staff, students, and all guests. The General Manager creates the vision for the restaurants, event operations, concert series operations, and other revenue generating opportunities. The General Manager assists in overseeing the third party bar operator agreement, and communicates regularly with the bar manager set hours of operation, event specials, etc.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement
8 - 13 years of related experience. Required
Experience with personnel management to include hiring, training, and evaluating, as well as prioritizing workloads to meet required deadlines and departmental objectives. Required
Experience in a food service/hospitality environment with a focus on customer service and food quality. Required
Supervisory experience, preferably in food service industry. Preferred
Experience working with collective bargaining agreements and union represented employees. Preferred
Food service experience in a higher education environment. Preferred
Experience in a bar, club, or event venue. Preferred
Experience with preparing and managing budgets and related financial, labor, and inventory analysis. Required

License Requirements
License Requirement
Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Required

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement
Must successfully obtain ServSafe certification with a minimum score of 75 within six (6) months of appointment begin date. Required

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Develops, implements and maintains exceptional customer service standards.
  • Ensure the leadership team and staff deliver quality customer service at all times and develop on the job training to address areas of needed improvement. In collaboration with the Barn leadership team, leads the creation of new programs, new offerings, setting operational hours, and improvements that are customer focused. Coordinate customer service standards for all assigned areas. Develop customer focused marketing plans for each assigned area to include event and concert series planning. Evaluate and compile reports on Secret Shopper, Web Based Comments and Surveys and present to Director quarterly with an action plan. Develop, coordinate, and oversee special events and entertainment events to enhance customer service, campus/community engagement, and increase revenues. Oversees the reservation process/procedures and creates a sense of community through exceptional customer service for the fast casual restaurant. Responsible for special events and entertainment events to ensure quality experience. Interacts with Bar manager to coordinate hours of operation for the restaurant, special events, and entertainment events. Regularly creates programs to drive revenue and increase visibility of The Barn to both the campus and surrounding community.
20
Supervise and direct the activities of direct reports including hiring, evaluating performance, assigning work, scheduling, staffing levels, initiating disciplinary actions and resolving complaint/grievances. Conduct performance evaluations and meetings on all direct reports and review all performance evaluations prepared by direct reports to ensure accuracy and timely completion. Recommend disciplinary action for any employees that are not in compliance with Policies and Procedures. Ensures audit is done of Kronos Timekeeping activity weekly and recommends appropriate actions for noncompliance.
15
Provide daily support to the Managers and Supervisors in assigned location. Meet with direct reports weekly to provide goals, direction, and offer support. Ensure successful completion of goals that impact the facility and provide continuous improvement. Coordinate training for employees in assigned areas. Coordinate and deliver regular customer service, food safety and core skills training for all assigned staff. Oversee Managers and Supervisors in their ongoing training of staff to ensure all employees are properly trained to successfully complete their jobs. Oversees the booking of talent for events, and monitors contract with booking agent.
15
Manages food inventories, vendor deliveries, food preparation, and menu planning while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines.
  • Coordinate food, material, personnel, equipment and building needs for Retail Restaurants. Collaborate with Dining Management Team to source and evaluate all food and non-food products and recommend final selection of items. Verify and audit monthly inventories for accuracy in all units. Determine appropriate levels of stock, oversee inventory counts and track shrinkage. Trained and active in Food Pro to track inventory, review Location Cost Summaries, and track plate cost. Continually work to streamline and improve systems, security and storage. Works in collaboration with the Culinary Manager and Director of The Barn and Retail Dining to create menus for each platform and fast casual restaurant, LTO's, innovative Grab 'N Go, and beverage programs to drive sales and increase customer satisfaction.
10
Develops and monitors budgets.
  • Ensures proper preparation of appropriate financial reports by maintaining accurate records and files. Monitor labor levels and costs to ensure they meet the budget requirements, makes corrections and recommendations as needed for tight fiscal controls. Conduct daily sales analysis on retail sales, event sales, and bar sales. Maintain fiscal controls within approved budget, and participates in the planning/creation of the annual budget. Provides regular report out on budget to Director. Is innovative in incremental revenue opportunities, and new streams of revenue.
10
Audits and ensures compliance of food prep to QA standards and safety/security related to handling and preparation of food.
  • Develop policy and procedures relating to efficient standards for procuring, storing, issuing, preparing and serving food within Dining Services facilities. Ensure that storage areas are maintained according to food safety standards. Oversee the ordering, receiving, storing and issuing of all non-food items. Works closely with Culinary Manager/Executive Chef on recipe compliance and proper portioning to manage food cost.
10
In collaboration with the Director of The Barn & Retail Dining, works to create and provide a vision for direct reports and staff to ensure objectives are met and identifies ways to move the unit forward. Makes effective business decisions that are aligned with the departmental goals and objectives. Leads innovation and vision setting to move the business forward continuously for restaurant sales, event sales, concert sales, and bar sales.
10
Ensures appropriate use and care of kitchen and food service equipment, facilities, and materials.
  • Monitor maintenance and repair needs in all assigned areas to ensure that managers, supervisors and custodial leads provide exemplary levels of safety and sanitation. Evaluate the mechanical status of equipment and recommend repairs or replacements as necessary. Maintain equipment/smallwares inventory, and determine and recommend equipment purchases. Oversee the maintenance and safety standards for food preparation, serving, dining and clean-up areas.
5
Assists functional unit as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed by the department. May be required to operate a vehicle.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language, including active listening, dynamic flexibility, and critical thinking, and ability to multi-task and ensure effective time management. Required
Intermediate computer application skills to include food service applications for point of sale and inventory control software. Required
Strong knowledge in food service and sanitation regulations. Required
Strong and effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to all levels of personnel. Required
Strong decision making and reasoning skills, and ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, and conduct operations analysis and quality control analysis. Required
Knowledge of food trends, creation of menus, and creation of Limited Time Offerings. Required
Intermediate math skills, to include computing ratios, rates, and percentages. Required
Ability to communicate in Spanish, both verbally and written. Preferred
Knowledge of event planning, and event execution. Preferred
Knowledge of ticket sales, concert planning, and concert execution. Preferred
Skilled in QSR and Fast Casual Restaurant operations. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Successfully pass criminal background check. Required
Employment and/or continued employment is contingent on a satisfactory Live Scan background check. Required
Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles, if driving a university/personal vehicle for university related business. Required
Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions

Level of Supervision Received
General Direction

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment
  • Standard Event Equipment
  • Standard Kitchen Equipment
  • Cash Registers
  • GEM cart
  • Van or Truck
  • Box Truck

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : Frequently
  • Sit : Frequently
  • Squat : Occasionally
  • Stand : Constantly
  • Crawl : Occasionally
  • Walk : Frequently
  • Climb : Occasionally

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Frequently
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : Yes
  • Drives motorized equipment : Yes
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: Yes

More Information

General Campus Information

University of California, Riverside
900 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521
Tel: (951) 827-1012

Career OpportunitiesUCR Libraries
Campus StatusMaps and Directions

Department Information

Human Resources
1160 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521

Fax: (951) 827-6493
E-mail: jobshelp@ucr.edu

Footer