Eurest Position Title: ASSISTANT MANAGER-PALO ALTO, CA Salary: $75,000/annually As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest. Job Summary Summary: As an Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for assisting with the overall management of food service operations in a medium to large volume location, keeping with all corporate and brand standards. You will maximize profitability, as well as, guest and associate satisfaction. You will ensure the development and execution of strategic sales and marketing initiatives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Operations & Service ManagementOversee daily café operations, ensuring smooth workflow across front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams. Ensure adherence to service standards, food quality, and cleanliness guidelines. Monitor inventory, place orders, and manage vendor relationships. Support scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while controlling labor costs. Oversee cash handling, register reconciliation, and end-of-day financial reporting. 2. Team Leadership & TrainingAssist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new staff. Train and coach team members on service standards, menu knowledge, and safety protocols. Lead daily pre-shift meetings to communicate priorities and motivate the team. Monitor performance, provide feedback, and assist with performance reviews. Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work culture. 3. Guest ExperienceEngage with guests to ensure satisfaction, resolve concerns, and address special requests. Anticipate high-traffic times and adjust staffing or processes to maintain service flow. Promote upselling and suggestive selling techniques to enhance the guest experience. 4. Compliance & SafetyEnsure all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards are met. Maintain compliance with local health codes, labor laws, and company policies. Conduct regular safety and cleanliness checks. 5. Financial & Business SupportMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales, labor cost, and waste. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Support marketing and promotional initiatives to drive traffic and sales. 6. Event & Special Project SupportCoordinate café-based events, seasonal menus, or special promotions. Manage logistics, staffing, and guest experience for catering or private events. Qualifications: + 2 to 4 years of food service management experience. + Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations. + Comprehensive knowledge of food. + Financial experience and business acumen skills. + ServSafe Certification is preferred. + Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet. + Associate’s degree is preferred. Apply to Eurest today! Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance/ AD + Disability Insurance + Retirement Plan + Paid Time Off + Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) + Associate Shopping Program + Health and Wellness Programs + Discount Marketplace + Identity Theft Protection + Pet Insurance + Commuter Benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) + Paid Parental Leave + Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Eurest.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Req ID: 1451672 Eurest Nichelle Miller [[req_classification]]