CAFE / CULINARY MANAGER - SENATOBIA, MS

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation : Yearly Bonus Opportunity

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteens solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; well supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, well continue to transform our industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary :

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for innovation, client engagement, and operational excellence? Were seeking a Cafe Culinary Manager to lead a high-profile account with strong visibility and career growth potential. This is an outstanding opportunity to develop the future of foodservice in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

What You'll Do :

Lead Culinary Operations : Coordinate all aspects of daily foodservice, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Drive Financial Performance : Lead full P&L responsibilities, develop and monitor budgets, and implement cost-effective strategies to improve profitability.

Deliver Outstanding Catering Experiences : Lead catering operations with precision and creativity, ensuring detailed execution and client satisfaction.

Build and Inspire Teams : Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing culinary and service team, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.

Strengthen Client Relationships : Serve as the face of the operation, building strong partnerships with clients and delivering tailored solutions that go above and beyond.

Innovate and Collaborate : Design and implement nutritious, high-quality menus in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams.

Plan for the Future : Play a key role in the planning and launch of a new caf facility and its corresponding programs.

Engage the Community : Represent the organization with professionalism and purpose, building positive connections with the broader community.

What We're Looking For :

Culinary Expertise : Strong culinary background with a passion for food quality, presentation, and innovation.

Catering Experience : Proven success in leading and performing catering operations is a must.

Client-Facing Skills : Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first outlook.

Leadership : Demonstrated ability to lead teams with varied strengths with clarity, insight, and strategic focus.

Financial Acumen : Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Apply to Canteen today!

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID : 1465021

Canteen

JULIA KOWALSKI