Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.75 - $27.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Canteen, a division of Compass Group, is a leading provider of integrated foodservice solutions that help companies improve workplace environments through food, service, and innovative technology. Located at 7855 King Road, Tobaccoville, NC 27050, Canteen is focused on enhancing break time experiences for employees by offering a diverse range of culinary and retail solutions including markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary services. Canteen places great emphasis on its people, recognizing the dedication, passion, and collaboration of its employees as the driving forces behind its success and continuous growth. The company encourages professionals who are enthusiastic and customer-service oriented to join their team and grow with a company that is committed to innovation and industry transformation.

The Chef position at Canteen in Tobaccoville is a full-time role designed for individuals with a strong culinary background and experience. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $20.00 and is scheduled Monday through Friday with variation in hours as needed. The role involves directing, coordinating, and evaluating the activities of kitchen and food production associates, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and customer service. As a chef, the individual will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff including hiring, scheduling, training, counseling, and disciplinary actions. The role demands excellence in preparing quality food items according to standardized recipes within service schedules and maintaining sanitation standards. Additional responsibilities include tracking food inventory, inspecting product quality, and participating in menu development. This role requires a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, overseeing food presentation, portion controls, and waste management. Canteen emphasizes a supportive culture with opportunities for career growth and an internal employee referral bonus. This position is suited for culinary professionals who are passionate about food quality, kitchen management, and delivering an excellent customer experience. Candidates interested in making a substantial impact in a dynamic foodservice environment are encouraged to apply online for this immediate opening.

Job Requirements

  • Previous culinary experience required
  • Ability to work full-time Monday through Friday
  • Must be able to meet physical demands of the kitchen environment
  • Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to participate in menud development and recipe selection

Job Qualifications

  • Previous culinary experience
  • Experience supervising and coordinating kitchen staff
  • Ability to prepare food according to standardized recipes
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage scheduling, payroll, training, and employee counseling
  • Good communication skills
  • Commitment to quality and customer service

Job Duties

  • Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food
  • Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met
  • Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action
  • Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules
  • Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
  • Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product
  • Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory
  • Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
  • Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area
  • Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements
  • Helps select and develop recipes and menus
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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