Purchasing Manager Salary in Palo Alto, CA

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!Innovative Dining Group's Sushi Roku Palo Alto is opening soon and we are looking for the best in our industry to join our team.Sushi Roku is a game-changer in the world of Japanese cuisine based in Southern California and part of Innovative Dining Group's collection of trendy and exciting restaurants including BOA Steakhouse and Katana Robatayaki and Sushi Bar. This innovative Japanese sushi concept is soon to make its mark in Palo Alto, CA, bringing together a blend of inventive fusion dishes, a vibrant atmosphere, and an array of custom cocktails. With a commitment to providing unmatched hospitality, Sushi Roku has quickly become a go-to destination for tastemakers from Los Angeles, Orange County, Las Vegas, and beyond. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other at Sushi Roku Palo Alto.POSITION OVERVIEWWe are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant General Manager to provide ongoing training and development to the front-of-house staff and ensure service standards are consistently executed and achieved. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between team members and management, executing each shift at the highest level of hospitality, acting as an extension of management when working service and always creates a positive work environment for our employees through friendly, caring, and professional communication, making sure to pass down a culture of excellence.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:Have full knowledge of our restaurant's food offerings and beverage programDemonstrate strong operational skills and impeccably high standards of serviceAssist the General Manager with staffing, training and development for all hourly FOH employeesEnsure that company standards are being met by communicating effectively with our employees and consistently reinforcing our policies and proceduresOversee all areas of service including but not limited to floor management, resolving guests complaints, cultivating relationships with new and returning guests and creating a proactive sales culture with all staffAssist the GM with scheduling, purchasing, managing labor, food and beverage costs, and P&L statementsGuarantee optimum operational efficiency by overseeing restaurant repairs and preventative maintenanceEnsure compliance with health, sanitation, liquor, safety and employment regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to all staff membersDemonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed under pressureEmbody and deliver on exceptional service and hospitalityREQUIREMENTS3 years of management experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurantRelevant certificates, licenses (Ex. Servsafe) or registrations including a valid Food Handler Card and a valid Alcohol Awareness Training Certificate (Must have upon hire)Knowledge and compliance with food and beverage regulations, safety laws and proper sanitation regulationsProficient in Microsoft Suites: Outlook, Word, Excel; Open Table and Restaurant POS SystemMust be twenty-one (21) years of age or olderPositive attitude, excellent communication skills and a strong work ethicFlexible schedule and be available to work daytime, evening and/or weekend shiftsBENEFITSHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k)Dining DiscountsReferral ProgramPaid TrainingPaid Time Off/Sick DaysFamily MealsIf you have a passion for hospitality and aspire immense potential growth, we'd love to hear from you! To learn more about Innovative Dining Group and our our growing portfolio, please check out our company website at www.innovativedining.com.

PROJECT MANAGER/Assistant Project Manager with OSPHD/HCAI/Hospital Exp.On Site in Palo Alto, CADirect HireThis position pays $90,000 - $150,000 annuallyJOB DESCRIPTIONObjective: The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, organization, and managementof the day-to-day operations to complete the work safely, on time, within budget,and to the highest quality standards.Responsibilities:• Manage and oversee multiple projects from bid award to closeout without oversite.• Ensures that each project assigned follows all safety rules and regulations required by theMechanical Safety Program, the General Contractor's Safety Program, andCal-OSHA.• Develops a schedule for all Mechanical activities shortly after an award, andsooner if for bidding purposes. Secondly, the schedule must be man-loaded with optimumcrew sizes.• Develops a schedule of values (working with the Project Manager Director), whichallows for the maximum positive cash flow for the life of the project. This shall becompleted per the terms of the Contract.• Develops the Submittal Log for each project. This must be issued to and coordinated withthe Purchasing Department. Work closely with the Purchasing Department and develop alist of equipment and material that will be needed for the project. Also assume jointresponsibility for all P.O.'s as far as terms and accuracy.• Ensure that all submittals are submitted as early in the project as possible to ensureprocurement of materials and equipment do not affect the project schedule. Shopdrawings must be submitted within the time allotted in the schedule.• Read and understand our contract with the Customer, as well as the contract between theOwner and the General Contractor. Comply with the terms of the contract.• Become fully familiar with the contract documents, specifications, project logistics, andgeographic area of the project.• Enforce the PPM QC program.• Oversee and participate in coordination drawing development between our client and the other MEP subcontractors.• Attend weekly meetings with the general contractor in order to stay familiar with anyschedule or logistical changes.• Maintain excellent relationships with our Customer, the Owner, the Architect, theEngineers, and the other subcontractors.• Provide all cost and schedule information on a monthly basis at the Monthly ForecastingMeetings• Provide work-in-place projections for each project each month in order for the companyto level of its cash flow demands/needs. Also provide monthly manpower loadinginformation.• Provide oversight to the Project Foremen to ensure that the most efficient and productivecrew size is maintained on the project.• Protect our client's financial interest at all times.• Negotiate change order pricing on each project. Expedite the pricing of same and thenobtain the best possible turnaround time for the issuance of change orders to allow fortimely billing.• Make sure all billings are turned in on time and approved every month for each project.Similarly, follow up to ensure timely payment.• Be aware of and ensure that all contractually required notifications are submitted withinthe stipulated time frame of the contract.• Ensure and enforce all Company Programs and Policies including, but not limited to:Safety, Diversity + EEO, Harassment Avoidance, Purchasing, etc.• Makes sure our subcontractors are up to date with their insurance requirements as well asbeing sure that all other insurance requirements are in effect.• Maintain all correspondence, notices, change orders, and any other pertinent contractdocuments in the project files.• Take an active role in claims management and documentation for any insurance matters,particularly workers compensation type issues.• Work closely with upper management to assemble any cost or schedule related datarequired for equitable adjustment requests or claims against the contract.• Develop the project budget, broken down by system, by floor, by task, such that we canaccurately track our costs on a weekly basis. Work closely with the Senior ProjectManager or Project Executive. This must be done immediately after receipt of theestimate recap.• Mentor all team members below this classification on the project team.• Identify changes to scope of work and price change orders, including material take-offs.• Perform proper buyouts, write Purchase Orders, and verify scope of work with allvendors and subcontractors with the use of the client's Buyout Matrix Form.• Compose subcontracts, monitor sub-contractor agreements, noting problems andproviding explanations.• Have a thorough understanding of project schedule and be able to articulate effectivelyand advocate on behalf of the client to the General Contractor and or Client.• Run burn sheets, review percentage complete with foreman, and assist with laborprojections.• Adhere to the best practices and principles.• Prepare and lead kick-off meetings for newly assigned projects.• Generate and maintain outstanding relationships with clients, General Contractors,Subcontractors, Owners, Co-workers, and Vendors.• Attend jobsite meetings.• Portray positive company behavior.• Participate and complete our client's Safety Training courses.• Attend all Project Management related CPMCA courses as required.• Other tasks as needed and requested.Requirements• A minimum of 4-6 years of construction experience in the plumbing and/or mechanical trade;Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or similar experience strongly desired.• Proficient in all elements of the Assistant Project Manager with a proven ability toeducate and mentor others.• Proficient in technical applications and software tools, including but not limited to:Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Bluebeam.• Advanced knowledge of Mechanical Systems, Products, and Equipment including,Hydronic & Refrigerant Systems, Air Systems and Finish, Hangers & Seismic.• Advanced knowledge of Plumbing Systems including: Gravity System, Pressure systems,Med Gas & Lab Gas systems, Plumbing finish/ ADA.• Familiarity with fuel oil systems.• Proven understanding of Project Maintenance and Startup Standard OperatingProcedures, and Project Schedules (sequencing of work, crew flow, etc).• Good knowledge of detailing and fabrication schedules.• Ability to perform monthly billings and manage cash flow.• Previous success in pricing process, global pricing, performing quantity take-offs, andexecuting change orders• Proven ability of running multiple profitable projects without oversite.• Able to negotiate, buy out, and manage subcontracts without oversite.• Able to oversee commissioning and related documentation without oversite.• Comfortable interacting with all levels of professionals, both inside and outside the organization.• Must be a team player and believe in our company core values of Family, Loyalty, and Respect.• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the capabilities of mentoringothers.• Must be physically agile and able to climb ladders, access and egress trenches and/or attic spacesand/or confined spaces.• Must maintain a valid California driver's license in good standing due to required travel to andfrom multiple project locations.The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may beassigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations ofhis/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of thisposition.