CHEF

Compass Group, a leading global foodservice company, is hiring immediately for the position of Chef at its UNC Greensboro location. Situated at 1000 Spring Garden Street, Greensboro, NC 27412, this position offers both full-time and part-time schedules with varying hours depending on assignment and location, details of which will be shared during the interview process. Compass Group is known for its commitment to creating meaningful career opportunities within foodservice while maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace environment. The company values diversity and inclusion and strives to empower its employees to grow, learn, and make an impactful contribution in their roles.

The Chef position at UNC Greensboro entails directing, coordinating, and supervising assigned kitchen operations and food production activities to deliver high quality meals to customers. This role is vital in maintaining food safety, sanitation, and excellent customer service standards within the kitchen. The selected candidate will oversee team members including cooks and kitchen associates, ensuring efficient preparation of food according to standardized recipes. Meticulous attention is required for food presentation, portion control, and monitoring serving temperatures to maintain consistency and customer satisfaction. Supervisory responsibilities will extend to interviewing, scheduling, payroll management, staff training, and conducting performance reviews and disciplinary actions when necessary.

In addition to leadership duties, the Chef will also participate directly in food preparation and service, inspect deliveries for quality and quantity, manage inventory and food requisitioning, and uphold stringent sanitation practices including maintaining clean equipment and workstations throughout shifts. The role provides an opportunity to contribute creatively to menu planning and recipe development, thereby enhancing the dining experience for patrons. This position offers an hourly wage between $17.00 and $21.00, competitive within the local market.

Compass Group is dedicated to investing in its people, offering an array of benefits and perks designed to support associates both professionally and personally. Employees enjoy free parking, free bus passes, one complimentary meal during each shift, and discounted slip-resistant shoes to ensure comfort and safety while working. Beyond these perks, associates have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and various voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance. Full-time employees additionally qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

At Compass Group’s UNC Greensboro location, you will join a campus team that values your contributions and provides a nurturing environment where you can thrive. The company encourages ongoing learning to support your career growth and aims to make a meaningful impact not only within its operations but also in the community it serves. Applying is streamlined and convenient with the option to apply online or via text messaging. The application process remains open continuously until all vacancies are filled, and applicants who are not selected remain eligible for future openings. Furthermore, the company adheres to a drug-free workplace policy and complies with legal standards requiring reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates. This role may involve periods of temporary layoff during academic breaks due to the educational setting of the facility.