Pressed Cafe Menu Jobs in Usa

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Why Café Zupas?

We’re not your average restaurant. We serve house-made, globally inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts—all prepared fresh daily in our modern, next-generation kitchens. Our team is the heart of our success, which is why we make every decision with our people in mind.

Here’s what makes Café Zupas the best place to grow your career:

Growing Brand – More locations mean more opportunities for you!

Defined Career Path – Ongoing training and leadership development.

Work-Life Balance – Set schedule with two guaranteed days off.

Annual International Trip – A bucket-list experience every year.

Full Benefits Package – Including 401(k), PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance.

Real Food, Real Ingredients – No grease, grills, or fryers.

Free Meals – Enjoy our fresh, delicious food every shift.

Positive & Fun Culture – We thrive on teamwork, gratitude, and energy.

Clear Expectations – No guesswork, just success.

Your Role as an Assistant General Manager

As a leader in our restaurant, you’ll support our Operating Partners by:

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring an outstanding guest experience.
• Mentor and develop your team with daily coaching and feedback.
• Implement Café Zupas’ unique service and leadership behaviors.
• Foster a culture of positivity, gratitude, and teamwork.
• Build authentic guest relationships and deliver exceptional hospitality.
• Lead organized, happy, and high-energy shifts.

What We’re Looking For

We need a leader who is:

Experienced – 1-3 years of restaurant leadership (Fast Casual preferred).

Available – A set five-day schedule with no Sundays.

Passionate – Loves mentoring, growing a team, and delivering excellence.

Detail-Oriented & Self-Motivated – Always striving for improvement.

Energetic & Positive – Thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Adaptable – Open to new processes and continuous learning.

Join the Adventure!

Since opening our first location in 2004, Café Zupas has grown to 80+ kitchens across 8 states—and we’re still expanding! If you’re looking for a career filled with growth, travel, and a great team environment, this is your chance.

Apply today and start your journey with Café Zupas!

Café Zupas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including reference verification.

Job Summary

The Director of Restaurants oversees and directs the daily operations of AYA Soulful Dining, an elevated, soulful three-meal restaurant and In-Room Dining for a 99-room hotel, while also providing full leadership and operational oversight for Elevation Café. This leader ensures both outlets operate in alignment with Ithaka Hospitality Partners’ service standards, culinary quality, brand identity, and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

·       Serve as the General Manager of AYA, overseeing all dining periods, service execution, and In-Room Dining operations.

·       Provide direct oversight and guidance to the Elevation Café Manager, ensuring consistent standards, scheduling, and service execution.

·       Ensure all outlet leaders and team members operate in alignment with IHP’s standards of excellence and hospitality philosophy.

·       Maintain active presence on the floor in both outlets to observe service, coach teams, support operations, and ensure seamless dining experiences.

·       Ensure proper shift coverage for AYA and Café, stepping in as needed to maintain smooth operations.

·       Conduct regular walk-throughs of both outlets focusing on cleanliness, readiness, ambiance, and service flow.

Guest Satisfaction

·       Monitor guest satisfaction in both AYA and Elevation Café, ensuring food quality, beverage execution, and service delivery consistently exceed expectations.

·       Respond promptly and professionally to guest concerns; follow through to resolution and coach team members on service recovery.

·       Maintain high visibility during peak periods, interacting with guests and ensuring exceptional hospitality.

Training & Development

·       Lead daily pre-shift huddles across both outlets to communicate key updates, menu changes, service expectations, and reservations.

·       Plan and conduct monthly departmental meetings for AYA and Elevation Café.

·       Interview, hire, train, coach, and discipline team members and supervisors in both outlets as needed.

·       Partner with IHP Leadership to create and maintain all written training programs and ensure completion of all Schoox training modules.

·       Develop Elevation Café Manager through ongoing leadership coaching, operational training, and accountability structures.

·       Support cross-training initiatives between AYA, Café, Banquets, and IRD teams.

Financial Management

·       Oversee financial performance for both AYA and Elevation Café, including revenue management, cost controls, and expense oversight.

·       Complete and analyze daily revenue reports, recaps, and forecasting documents.

·       Ensure labor management aligns with business demands while controlling costs and maintaining service quality.

·       Use Point of Sale data to drive decision-making around menu performance, pricing, guest trends, and operational efficiency.

·       Oversee requisition processes for both outlets and ensure accuracy in purchasing and inventory management.

Menu Development & Beverage Programming

·       Collaborate with the Director of Operations, Kitchen Manager, and Culinary Creative Director on menu changes, seasonal offerings, and new beverage programs for both AYA and Elevation Café.

·       Administer verbal and written testing for FOH teams to ensure menu knowledge, wine knowledge, and product understanding.

·       Lead beverage and coffee service training across both outlets; support additional training in banquets and IRD as needed.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

·       Ensure both AYA and Elevation Café operate in compliance with ServSafe, health code regulations, and IHP cleanliness standards.

·       Achieve and maintain a score of 98 or higher on all health inspections.

·       Oversee proactive maintenance for all FOH equipment in both outlets, ensuring PM schedules and repairs are completed promptly.

·       Ensure outlets consistently reflect brand standards, ambiance, and cleanliness.

Flexibility & Collaboration

·       Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

·       Assist IHP Leadership with forecasting roasted coffee needs and future growth planning for all café-related offerings.

·       Collaborate closely with Banquets, IRD, and other hotel departments to support cross-outlet excellence.

Software & Systems Knowledge

·       Create and manage schedules for AYA and Café staff using ADP.

·       Utilize ADACO for purchasing, receiving, and inventory.

·       Utilize Agilysys POS and reservation systems to manage floor plans, menus, reporting, and guest flow.

·       Ensure team members are trained on all relevant systems across both outlets.

Qualifications

·       Minimum 3 years of restaurant leadership experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.

·       Experience in an upscale casual or elevated dining environment required.

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or related field preferred.

·       Must be 21+ to serve alcoholic beverages.

·       Background in both FOH and Culinary operations preferred.

·       Strong knowledge of food, beverage, wine, and coffee programs.

·       Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and achieve financial objectives.

·       Ability to manage multiple outlets simultaneously with strong organizational and communication skills.

Working Conditions

·       Must be able to stand, walk, and move quickly for long periods in a fast-paced environment.

·       Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and reaching.

·       Ability to move between outlets frequently throughout the shift.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

The Registered Dietitian helps to provide a nutritionally sound and cost-efficient food services program that will meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all local guidelines as they relate to nutrition regulations. Utilizes technical training and government-mandated nutritional standards on food health to develop healthy menu implementation plans. Will work closely with OpX, culinary, and management teams.

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S.  It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations.  We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success.  Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit - Link here Aramark Student Nutrition - Aramark

• Plan all Child Nutrition menus utilizing a menu planning software in accordance with USDA guidelines and Aramark menu strategy.
  • Maintains required documentation for USDA, state, local, client guidelines related to meal services (i.e. Nutrient Analysis of menu, CN/PFS labels, USDA Workbooks, etc.)
  • Coordinating use of USDA Foods/Commodities within menus. Supporting with annual USDA Foods orders.
• Supports Food Management Process, oversees purchasing compliance & accuracy to menu, as needed supporting reviewing food orders.
  • Manages vendor/supplier relationships to ensure accurate stocking, availability, and delivery of food items.
  • Visits school cafes on a regular basis to assess operations utilizing audit tools (Controlling Food Cost, School Allergen Readiness Plan, Administrative Review Preparedness).
• Assists with new employee training in areas such as adhering to food safety standards, menu & recipe compliance, and portioning.
• Provide support and assistance to students who require accommodation for dietary needs or food allergies, may include menu development and training of front-line associates.
• Support adherence to all client nutrition & wellness policies and contract requirements
• Educates clients and consumers, regarding healthy food choices through school training and community outreach.
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RDN Eligible within 6 months of hire.
    • Completed a minimum of a bachelor?s degree and course work accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    • Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR): Successful completion of internship program (ACEND), satisfactory score on an exam, plus fulfillment of continuing education requirements).
    • Maintain applicable additional certifications, registrations, licenses, or credentials
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve with little oversight or direction
  • Ability to maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers
  • Knowledge of PC applications required and previous experience with food production systems preferred

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at   or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Job Overview

The General Manager oversees all aspects of daily restaurant operations, ensuring an exceptional guest experience, financial success, and a positive, productive work environment. This role includes leadership in staffing, training, financial management, marketing, compliance, and special event execution. The General Manager acts as the primary role model of the restaurants culture, setting high standards for service and team performance.

Job Responsibilities:

Operations & Guest Experience

Oversee daily Front-of-House and Back-of-House operations.

Ensure all shifts and events are staffed according to projected sales.

Deliver superior service and respond promptly to guest incidents and complaints.

Manage restaurant culture, always ensuring hospitality and professionalism.

Oversee execution of event and private dining sales, including contracts, deposits, and quarterly goals.

Collaborate with the Kitchen Managers to approve menu changes and specials.

Manage music, ambiance, and security to support the guest experience.

Financial & Administrative Management

Review and approve weekly financial reports for owners and team.

Conduct monthly P&L reviews and fiscal reporting with the Owners.

Forecast sales and manage controllable costs to align with budget.

Oversee invoice coding, invoice processing, and petty cash systems.

Ensure accurate cash handling, including coffee bar and cashier cash-out procedures.

Utilize inventory tracking software to monitor food, beverage, and supply usage.

Approve staff schedules and monitor labor systems (Proforma vs. actual).

Human Resources & Team Development

Lead employee recruiting, interviewing, and new hire orientation.

Oversee preparation of new hire packets and onboarding materials.

Provide regular manager and chef training, coaching, and development.

Conduct manager and chef performance reviews.

Address HR issues and support employee relations with fairness and consistency.

Manage uniforms and maintain professional appearance standards.

Develop and execute rewards and incentive programs to increase staff engagement.

Training & Continuing Education

Maintain training programs for both new and current employees.

Ensure compliance with recipes, preparation, and safety standards.

Provide continuing education opportunities for all staff.

Select and train trainers for effective knowledge transfer.

Lead shift meetings and weekly manager meetings with clear agendas.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with all health, sanitation, and safety regulations.

Manage safety programs including workers compensation, clinic, and hospital resources.

Oversee licensing and permit renewals.

Maintain accurate safe logs and security procedures.

Marketing & Community Relations

Execute branding and sales-building initiatives.

Support public relations and marketing programs under the Owners guidance.

Represent the restaurant within the community to foster relationships and grow visibility.

Reporting & Communication

Maintain a standardized Manager Log with consistent format and process.

Provide weekly updates to ownerships.

• Communicate clearly and consistently with staff and leadership.

Desired Traits

• Strong Problem Solver: Able to remain calm under pressure and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Adaptability: Comfortable with changes in business volume, customer demands, and operational needs.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all aspects of the restaurant meet or exceed operational standards.
• Passionate About Hospitality: A natural desire to create positive experiences for customers and provide a supportive work environment for staff.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary:80-100k per year
• Benefits: Paid sick leave, paid vacations

If youre passionate about great food, building strong teams, and creating memorable guest experiences, wed love to meet you. Please submit your resume!

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in restaurant management, with a proven track record in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills in food service, with strong ability to coach and develop a team
• Strong background in managing restaurant operations, including financials, staffing, inventory control, and customer service.
• Solid understanding of food safety standards and cost control practices
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and able to multitask in a high-volume environment
• Proficiency with POS systems (TOAST exp. a plus), scheduling software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L analysis
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent food safety training
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the restaurant's business needs

About Us:

Mercado is a lively and very busy fast casual restaurant in Upper Montclair, NJ with a focus on hearty staples. The large, hall-like spaceis inspired by the traditional markets found in city centers of Portugal and Spain, in which patrons gather for a quick bite or coffee in a lively environment. The multitude of options on the menu speak to the food-hall-like experience, with options from a brunch menu, to make-your-own bowls, to specialty sandwiches; all of which include vegan options.At Mercado, customers can also enjoy a full menu of espresso drinks and cold-pressed juices at the barista bar and pair their beverage of choice with a delicious food menu and Portuguese pastries.Fast casual speaks to the informal nature of ordering food at the counter, food-hall style, but at Mercado customers are encouraged to slow down and enjoy delicious food in good company, surroundedby beautifuldesign, in a beautifulneighborhood.