OFFICE MANAGER

• We are hiring immediately for an OFFICE MANAGER  position.
• Location : 685 Bloomfield Ave. Verona, NJ 07044. Note: online applications accepted only .
• Schedule : Full time; Monday through Friday.
• Details: The office manager will assist with administrative/office management functions including some HR responsibilities for multiple current and new business accounts at Gourmet Dining. This includes overseeing our internal hourly recruiting and onboarding portal, reviewing clerical and personnel records, payroll procedures, A/R, A/P functions, and other duties as assigned.
• Requirement : Prior office/admin experience; HR experience a plus.
• Pay range:  $60,000-65,000 per year
• *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation’s Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

Summary: As an Office Manager, you will perform a variety of duties including coordination of all business unit accounting activities, maintaining cash control, payroll, including Living Wage Ordinance compliance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, profit and loss reconciliations, and human resources administration/benefits for personnel. You will coordinate routine office duties to include data entry, associate files, record retention, and support documentation. Other duties include coordinating associate events, monthly and annual business reports as well as handling the POS system, camera system and digital signage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzes and organizes office operations and procedures such as bookkeeping, preparation of payrolls, personnel, information management, filing systems, requisition of supplies, and other clerical services.
• Maximizes office productivity through proficient use of appropriate software applications.
• Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.
• Establishes uniform correspondence procedures and style practices.
• Formulates procedures for systematic retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records.
• Plans office layout, develops office budget, and initiates cost reduction programs.
• Reviews clerical and personnel records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Prepares activities reports for guidance of management.
• Coordinates activities of various clerical departments or workers within department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 3 years of administrative and clerical experience in an office, hotel, corporate and/or related work environment. 

• Thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures.
• Working knowledge of processes and systems including financial reporting.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

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