Chef Manager​/Dining Services Director, Sumter, SC

Job Summary

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for innovation, client engagement, and operational excellence? We’re seeking a Cafe Chef Manager to lead an account with an outstanding opportunity to develop the future of food service in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Relocation Assistance Available:
Support provided for qualified candidates making a move.

Salary: $68,000 - $75,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation:
Yearly Bonus Opportunity

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.

• Lead Culinary Operations:
  Coordinate all aspects of daily food service, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and guest satisfaction.
• Drive Financial Performance:
  Lead full P&L responsibilities, develop and monitor budgets, and implement cost-effective strategies to improve profitability.
• Deliver Outstanding Catering Experiences:
  Lead catering operations with precision and creativity, ensuring detailed execution and client satisfaction.
• Build and Inspire Teams:
  Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing culinary and service team, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
• Strengthen Client Relationships:
  Serve as the face of the operation, building strong partnerships with clients and delivering tailored solutions that go above and beyond.
• Innovate and Collaborate:
  Design and implement nutritious, high-quality menus in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams.
• Engage the Community:
  Represent the organization with professionalism and purpose, building positive connections with the broader community.

• Culinary Expertise:
  Strong culinary background with a passion for food quality, presentation, and innovation.
• Catering
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven success in leading and performing catering operations is a must.
• Client-Facing
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first outlook.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to lead teams with varied strengths with clarity, insight, and strategic focus.
• Financial Acumen:
  Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Apply to Canteen today!

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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. 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, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair chance ordinances where applicable.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

• Medical
• Dental
• 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
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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