CAFE OPERATIONS MANAGER - DALLAS, TX

Responsibilities

The Café Operations Manager oversees daily administrative and operational tasks, including staff management, financial reporting, and budget development. They are responsible for maintaining high standards of sanitation, safety, and customer satisfaction while acting as the primary liaison with the client.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least three years of supervisory experience in food service operations and possess strong leadership and financial management skills. A culinary degree or an Associate degree is preferred, and ServSafe certification is required.

Skills

• Staff management
• Budget development
• Financial reporting
• Cost control
• Inventory management
• Customer experience
• Operations management
• Sanitation and safety
• Culinary program implementation
• Coaching
• Leadership
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Office
• ServSafe certification

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

About this role

Position Title: CAFE OPERATIONS MANAGER - DALLAS, TX 
Salary: $60000 - $65000 / year
 
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

We’re seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial Café Operations Manager who is passionate about people, operations, and creating an exceptional customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fast-paced café and retail operation while developing a talented team and identifying new ways to improve the business.
 
The Café Operations Manager will oversee daily operations, team hiring and training, special functions, cash controls, payroll records, resource management, and customer satisfactiopn. We’re looking for a hands-on leader who can balance operational excellence with a welcoming, service-driven environment.
 
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

 
Key Responsibilities: 

Oversees daily administrative and operational tasks
Handles all aspects of staff management
Manages all financials including budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting
Maintains knowledge of the market place and trends
Manages cost controls and control expenditures for the account
Oversees sanitation and safety of assigned unit(s)
Purchases and manages inventory
Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team
Acts as the direct liaison with the client

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

Culinary degree preferred, or A.A. Degree plus related experience
Three or more years supervisory experience in food service operations
Supervisory experience in related environment desirable
Knowledge of retail, food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Leadership, management and coaching skills
Communication skills both written and verbal
Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, the Internet and other necessary computer programs
ServSafe® Certified

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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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf 
 

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.

About Compass Group

Food and Beverage Services · 10,001+ employees · headquartered in Chertsey, Surrey