Question 1

What are the minimum qualifications for Senior General Manager at Stanford?

Accepted Answer

Requires a Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, hotel/restaurant management, or equivalent education/experience. Need 7 years management experience , including 5 years in institutional food service with large-scale culinary skills. Additional retail quals: 2 years cash handling . See administration jobs for similar roles. ServSafe CA Certification mandatory.

Question 2

What core duties does the Senior General Manager handle?

Accepted Answer

Lead business optimization via data analysis, reports, and software for revenue/expense control. Manage employee relations : hiring, training, evaluations. Oversee menu/marketing development , health/safety compliance , and inspections. For retail: marketing events , cash handling, franchise standards. Perform lower-level manager duties. Explore executive higher ed jobs .

Question 3

What key skills and abilities are required?

Accepted Answer

Proven cost control/budget management over $1M. Supervise diverse staff, staff training/development in multi-unit settings. Proficiency in food trends , menu management software , data analysis. Strong food production/safety skills, high-volume menu experience. Retail: localized marketing , real-time decisions. Check higher ed admin jobs for matches.

Question 4

What are the physical and working conditions?

Accepted Answer

Physical: Lift up to 50 pounds , bend/stoop, extensive walking, taste/see food quality, fast-paced mobility. Working: Flexible/demanding hours , long shifts, wet floors, temperature extremes, noise. Onsite essential , no telecommute, weekends/dinner service required. Comply with Stanford policies per university jobs .

Question 5

Is visa sponsorship available for this role?

Accepted Answer

No visa sponsorship mentioned. Role requires immediate onsite presence at Stanford. U.S. work authorization needed. Review similar administration support positions via higher ed jobs for eligibility details.

Question 6

How to apply for this Stanford food service management job?

Accepted Answer

Apply via Stanford's portal before expiration date 2026-03-28 . Prepare resume highlighting multi-unit food service experience, certifications. Tailor for Stanford culture of safety . See free resume template and admin jobs for tips.

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