LEAD FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Associate shopping program

Health & wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Voluntary benefits

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Legal services

Auto and home program

Job summary

Canteen in Downey, CA is hiring a Lead Food Service Worker for a full-time, early-morning shift. The role supports the Manager on Duty in coordinating associates and delivering high standards of customer service. The position emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and accurate reporting.

Experience in a warehouse or food service setting is preferred, with opportunity for growth and a strong benefits package through Compass Group. Join a team focused on breaking time barriers for employees.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and assists in the preparation and service of food and beverages while maintaining quality standards.
• Expedites workflow to ensure efficient meal service across service areas.
• Ensures sanitation and safety in accordance with standards and regulations.
• Monitors associates, discusses performance with management, and assists in onboarding.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Job description

Canteen

• We are hiring immediately for a full time LEAD FOOD SERVICE WORKER position.
• Location : The FruitGuys - 12000 Woodruff Avenue, Suite E, Downey, CA 90241. Note: online applications accepted only .
• Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; 1:30 am to 10:00 am. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement : Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $25.50 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

About Canteen:

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 for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Summary: Assists the Manager on Duty with the coordination of activities of associates within the department while maintaining the highest standards and levels of customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees, monitors and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items while adhering to company food standards for presentation, sanitation and safety while meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines; ensures portion control.
• Follows work procedures and expedites workflow to ensure efficient meal service to all service areas.
• Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and associates in accordance with company standards and government regulations.
• Oversees the productivity and breaks of associates and communicates performance issues to management.
• Helps onboard and train associates; may conduct pre-service meetings.
• Properly handles cash; completes daily, weekly and monthly reports, including weekly inventory, cash reports and production records.
• Responds to customer needs and requests; resolves customer concerns.
• Assists in menu planning and ordering procedures using appropriate company programs and initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits 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 (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_Canteen.pdf

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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Canteen