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Compass Group

TRAVELING CHEF

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $32.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Canteen is a leading provider in the foodservice industry, committed to enhancing workplace experiences through innovative food solutions, exceptional service, and cutting-edge technology. As a part of Compass Group, a globally recognized leader in foodservice management, Canteen operates diverse services including markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary offerings. With a focus on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, Canteen is dedicated to supporting businesses and their employees by delivering exceptional culinary experiences that foster connection and well-being.

The Traveling Chef position at Canteen is a dynamic full-time role based out of Meredith DotDash at 1716 Locust Street... Show More

Job Requirements

  • culinary experience and management experience
  • ability to travel primarily in the Des Moines, IA, and Omaha, NE locations, and occasionally to other markets in the Midwest
  • willingness to work full-time Monday through Friday, 7am-4pm with some evenings based on business needs
  • strong culinary skills including frontline support and catering execution
  • effective communication and team collaboration skills
  • ability to manage food cost control and menu planning
  • capability to perform audits and support operational standards

Job Qualifications

  • 1 to 3 years of culinary management experience
  • experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations
  • hands-on chef experience is required
  • extensive catering experience is preferred
  • high volume batch cooking and complex food service operations experience is preferred
  • comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • ServSafe Certification is preferred
  • computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel
  • associate's degree in Culinary Arts is preferred

Job Duties

  • provides frontline culinary resources and support
  • assists with food cost control, menu planning, purchasing, and ensures food quality guidelines are followed
  • assists with planning and creating menus
  • produces and executes catering events
  • rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary team
  • assists with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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