Chef - Minneapolis, MN

Compass Group USA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Canteen division is seeking a Kitchen Lead for the Minnesota Vikings Foundation's Vikings Table Food Truck in Minneapolis. You will work with the Executive Chef to prepare and serve meals during community events, supporting large-scale programs that feed youth and families.

Ideal candidates have high-volume kitchen experience, food-safety knowledge, and a collaborative mindset. You must be able to stand long hours and lift up to 50 pounds, with flexibility to work home games

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Line Cook, or Kitchen Supervisor in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to prepare large quantities while maintaining quality.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
• Experience with catering, mobile food service, food trucks, or community meal programs preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule to work Minnesota Vikings home games and events.
• Food handler or ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute approximately 1,000 meals for community members in need.
• Support meal programs benefiting Boys & Girls Club and Ronald McDonald House.
• Assist the Executive Chef with food preparation, service, and operations on the Vikings Table Food Truck.
• Participate in food truck operations during Minnesota Vikings home games.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and efficient meal production for large-scale community initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Food Handler Certification

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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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. Canteen’s 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; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Supports the Minnesota Vikings Foundation's mission of providing nutritious meals to youth throughout the Greater Twin Cities area. Works alongside the Executive Chef on the Vikings Table Food Truck, a key component of the Foundation's community outreach efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute approximately 1,000 meals for community members in need.
• Support meal programs benefiting organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and Ronald McDonald House.
• Assist the Executive Chef with food preparation, service, and operations on the Vikings Table Food Truck.
• Participate in food truck operations during all Minnesota Vikings home football games.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and efficient meal production to support large-scale community meal initiatives.

Impact:

• Contributes to the delivery of healthy, nutritious meals while supporting the Foundation's efforts to address food insecurity across the Greater Twin Cities community.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Line Cook, or Kitchen Supervisor in a high-volume food service environment.
• Ability to prepare large quantities of food while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
• Experience with catering, mobile food service, food trucks, or community meal programs preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support the Executive Chef.
• Capacity to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work all Minnesota Vikings home games, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Passion for community service and supporting programs that benefit youth and families.
• Food Handler Certification and/or ServSafe Certification preferred.

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

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
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.