CAFE MANAGER - CHICAGO, IL

Compass Corporate

Position Title: Cafe Manager

Salary: $60000 - $65000

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

We’re seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial Café Manager who is passionate about people, operations, and creating an exceptional customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fast-paced café and retail operation while developing a talented team and identifying new ways to improve the business.

The Café Manager will oversee daily operations, team hiring and training, special functions, cash controls, payroll records, resource management, and customer satisfaction. We’re looking for a hands-on leader who can balance operational excellence with a welcoming, service-driven environment.

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees daily administrative and operational tasks

• Handles all aspects of staff management

• Manages all financials including budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Maintains knowledge of the market place and trends

• Manages cost controls and control expenditures for the account

• Oversees sanitation and safety of assigned unit(s)

• Purchases and manages inventory

• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

• Acts as the direct liaison with the client

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred, or A.A. Degree plus related experience

• Three or more years supervisory experience in food service operations

• Knowledge of retail, food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Leadership, management and coaching skills

• Communication skills both written and verbal

• Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, the Internet and other necessary computer programs

• ServSafe® Certified

Apply to Compass Group today!

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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.

Compass maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Personal Leave

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/