A Fresh Approach To Great Results.
Charlotte-based Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. Our vision for success is a powerful one – to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business – from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it.s our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success:
Restaurant Associates, a division of the Compass Group, is a national hospitality company based in New York City. We specialize in restaurants, corporate dining, cultural centers and off-premise catering. Our clients include many of the Fortune 500 companies and internationally renowned cultural centers throughout the United States. Our RA brand standards and commitment to innovative concepts continue to attract top industry professionals.
*Monday- Friday work schedule!
Location: Mclean, VA 22102
Job Description:
The successful candidate serves as the department head for culinary operations with duties that include food production for cafés, retail operations and catering functions. Adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation. Responsible for handling, preparation and storage of perishable products. Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training and developing. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
Responsibilities:
- Conduct safety, sanitation and maintenance programs
- Maintain food cost while ensuring quality standards
- Maintain an active role in managing team developments
- Manage purchasing and inventory controls
- Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
- Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience
- 5-7 years progressive culinary management experience
- Must possess at least 3 years in menu development
- Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask
- Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team
- Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
- Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls
- Strong leadership, coaching and training skills
- Must possess a passion for excellence
- Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles
- Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
- ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus
Great People. Great Service. Great Results.
At Compass Group North America, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you’re looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group North America is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry’s best.
Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group North America is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job ID: AK04131546375