FOOD UNIT LEAD (PART TIME)

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms

Laundering service

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Flik Independent School Dining team seeks a part-time Food Unit Lead at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. You will supervise front-of-house and back-of-house teams, ensuring a welcoming dining experience and adherence to safety standards.

The role requires prior supervisory experience in FOH/BOH, with varied days including weekends and evenings. Competitive pay and benefits apply, and online applications are accepted.

Qualifications

• Previous front of house and back of house supervisory experience required.
• Part-time schedule with variable days, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service with detailed attention.
• Oversees food preparation and service to company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control.
• Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service.
• Manages cash handling and daily/weekly/monthly reports as per procedures.

Skills

FOH supervision

BOH supervision

Customer service

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a part timeFOOD UNIT LEAD position.
• Location: School of the Art Institute of Chicago - 36 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Part time schedule. Days and hours may vary, including weekends and evenings. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous front of house and back of house supervisory experience required. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Pay Range: $20.00per hour to$24.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

Summary: Coordinates activities of other food-service employees. Creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
• Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control.
• Ensures timely, efficient meal service; supervises serving of meals.
• Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints.
• Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites work flow.
• Uses proper systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory-cash reports-production records, payroll and time- keeping.
• Responsible for proper cash handling as established by the Food Accounting Manual (deposits - petty cash - change funds).
• Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors.
• Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees in accordance with company standards and government regulations.
• Develops sanitation schedule and ensures food-service employees adhere to the schedule for cleaning of kitchen and dining area and washing of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Issues written and oral instructions.
• Help select and orient employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at FISD are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

FISD maintains a drug-free workplace.