Assistant General Manager - Restaurant
Company: Veterans Canteen Service
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary $57,302 Please note:
Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length, or they will be
disqualified. Assistant Manager – Restaurant OVERVIEW: The Veterans
Canteen Service (VCS) is currently conducting a recruitment search
for the position of Assistant Canteen Chief in St. Louis, MO
(Jefferson Barracks) . This role oversees all aspects of canteen
operations, including retail, food service, vending, sales,
merchandising, and accountability. Join us in making a difference
for our nation’s Veterans and their caregivers. As an Assistant
Canteen Chief, you will help advance our mission by delivering
quality goods and services at affordable prices. In this leadership
role, you’ll oversee daily operations, ensuring that Veterans
Canteen Service (VCS) standards and policies are met while driving
a customer-focused, financially sound retail, food, and vending
operation. DUTIES: Duties include, but are not limited to the
following: Operations Leadership : Support the daily operations of
the Patriot Café, Patriot Retail, and/or Patriot Brew within the VA
Medical Center. Team Supervision & Development : Supervise, train,
and support assigned personnel to build a motivated,
high-performing team. Customer Experience Excellence : Deliver and
promote outstanding customer service standards to create a
welcoming environment for Veterans, staff, and visitors. Food
Safety & Quality Assurance : Ensure food quality, sanitation,
cleanliness, and product availability to maintain high safety and
service standards. Regulatory & Standards Compliance : Reinforce
consistent adherence to established operational policies,
procedures, and quality standards. Financial & Resource Management
: Assist in managing inventory control, labor costs, and budget
performance to optimize efficiency and profitability. Marketing &
Promotions : Develop and implement local promotional programs to
increase engagement and drive sales. Leadership Accountability :
Report directly to the Canteen Chief, providing updates on
operations, performance, and compliance. VCS offers competitive
benefits, including: Opportunities for career advancement.
Childcare Subsidy Program. No nights. Major Medical, Dental, Vision
Insurance & Life Insurance. Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11
(paid) Federal Holidays. Federal Retirement, Pension. Public
Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass). Visit us at
https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the
Veterans Canteen Service. Required Minimum Qualifications: A
current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen
Service. Management Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of direct food
service and/or retail management experience. Proven track record of
building sales, increasing profits, and developing staff.
Leadership & Service Focus: Hands-on leadership style with a strong
emphasis on customer service and hospitality. Technical Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.) and
experienced with POS systems. Certifications & Credentials:
ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained within 90 days
of hire). A current, valid REAL ID is required to work with the
Veterans Canteen Service. Education: Associate Degree in Business,
Hospitality, or Management preferred (not required). As a condition
of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to
serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate
your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the
public interest. In determining if your employment advances the
public interest, we may consider: • your performance and conduct; •
the needs and interests of the agency; • whether your continued
employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the
Government; and • whether your continued employment would advance
the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your
probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you
receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment
advances the public interest. Participation in the seasonal
influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the
seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a
requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza
vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious
reasons.
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