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<item><title>ASSISTANT MANAGER FRONT OF HOUSE Job (San Diego, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/> </b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/>  -  Join a company ranked among the twelve largest employers; security and stability<br/><br/> -A world leader in long-term contract food service<br/><br/>  -  Hands-on salaried management position with comprehensive benefit package<br/><br/>  -  Quality of life; most every account is a Monday thru Friday breakfast & lunch operation<br/><br/>  -  Career opportunity for growth, advancement, and promotion<br/><br/>  -  Use your creativity and innovation to grow your account<br/><br/> <b>Location:</b> San Diego, CA 92121<br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/><b>Account details</b>:<br/><br/> <br/>-  Salaried staff assigned to the account: GM, Exec Chef, and Assistang Mgr/FOH<br/><br/> <br/>-  Number of hourly staff assigned to account: 25<br/><br/> <br/>-  Meals served: Breakfast & Lunch and some in-house catering<br/><br/> <br/>-  Total covers/meals served each day: 1,400<br/><br/>Many people are attracted to corporate dining account positions because the typical work hours are Monday through Friday, days, allowing an individual to enjoy most evenings, weekends and holidays off.  Eurest Dining Services is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Our vast internal network is capable of sharing ideas and cultural experiences from around the globe to local, regional and national business. Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. Our recipe for success is flexibility, professionalism, presentation and a dedication to exceptional cuisine.<br/><br/>Working as an Assistant Manager for Eurest Dining Services will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. <br/><br/>As the Assistant Manager you will be responsible for assisting the site manager with running the day to day operations of the account.  You will manage and lead a team of associates and oversee quality controls for the account.  Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following: <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Train, manage, and develop hourly associates.<br/><br/>Assist with catering events.<br/><br/>Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with Eurest marketing and culinary team.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred.<br/><br/>Two plus years of previous management or supervisory experience.<br/><br/>Previous experience managing cost controls is helpful.<br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills.<br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email.<br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<br/><br/>Please view Compass Group video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9s3RayQVKTc&feature=plcp<b> Please view the Eurest website: http://www.eurest-usa.com/Pages/Home.aspx?ItemID=1</b><br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results. </b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> BL05211325236]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Diego-ASSISTANT-MANAGER-FRONT-OF-HOUSE-Job-CA-92101/2609182/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Diego-ASSISTANT-MANAGER-FRONT-OF-HOUSE-Job-CA-92101/2609182/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>HOSPITALITY ATTENDANT / RECEPTIONIST Job (San Diego, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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<b> great people </b>providing<b> great service</b> that generates our<b> great results.</b> 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:<br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/>At FLIK, our operating philosophy is centered on three essential factors: <b>great food, great service and great people. </b><br/><br/>The Hospitality Attendant / Receptionist is responsible for establishing a warm, welcoming and professional atmosphere for all clients, executives and staff members.  Will be the first point of contact for visitors to the area, making them feel comfortable, directing them to their appointments and meetings and assisting them during their stay.<br/><br/><b><br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/></b><br/><br/>Properly greeting and handling visitors with a smile and maintaining eye contact through the entire interaction.  Following established procedures with regard to both expected and unexpected arrivals, coordinating with in-house security as appropriate <br/><br/>Answering telephones in a friendly, professional manner, taking messages with accuracy and appropriately handling or referring questions and requests<br/><br/>Acting as an overall Hospitality Services resource to guests, visitors, and employees in providing way-finding and amenities within building, commutation and transportation, community retail, neighborhood amenities, and organizational information<br/><br/>Assist Hospitality Manager with catering activities at the Firm<br/><br/>Assisting guests with light photocopying, printing, facsimile and sending/receiving courier packages<br/><br/>Handling car service requests for visitors and staff members.<br/><br/>Having a thorough understanding of the Firm's emergency procedures and being prepared to carry out designated tasks in the event of a fire or other emergency<br/><br/>Adhering to Hospitality signature look<br/><br/>Maintaining the attractive, neat appearance of the Reception area, where applicable keeping newspapers and periodicals in order, coffee service replenished, etc.<br/><br/>Troubleshooting a wide variety of requests and situations, both for guests and for members of the Firm<br/><br/>Gaining an understanding of the company culture, key areas of activity and creating &quot;transparency&quot; by serving as an extension of the Firm<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>A genuine sense of hospitality, with a commitment to delivering the Platinum Service&reg; Standard in all aspects of the Receptionist's job<br/><br/>The ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks and juggling many jobs simultaneously, while constantly interacting with visitors in a public environment<br/><br/>Excellent listening and oral communication skills<br/><br/>Basic computer skills and knowledge of office technology / equipment<br/><br/>Punctual, dependable and dedicated to achieving operational excellence, down to the smallest of details<br/><br/>Discreet, ethical and committed to maintaining a high degree of confidentiality<br/><br/>A consistently professional approach, with a mindset to take ownership and responsibility within and outside one's job domain<br/><br/>A high school graduate, with some college preferred.  Two to three years experience in a client service / reception position within a hospitality or corporate environment<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> JML05071324859]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Diego-HOSPITALITY-ATTENDANT-RECEPTIONIST-Job-CA-92121/2585311/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Diego-HOSPITALITY-ATTENDANT-RECEPTIONIST-Job-CA-92121/2585311/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>CAFE MANAGER Job (San Jose, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/>Our Passion is Food!<br/><br/>At Bon App&eacute;tit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon App&eacute;tit, you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!<br/><br/>Working for Bon App&eacute;tit Management Company will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.<br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/>We currently seek a reputable<b> Cafe Manager</b>for one of our multi-faceted locations.The ideal candidate will share in our belief in the quality value of delivering superior hospitality to our premier clients.<br/><br/>The successful candidate should posses savvy business skills, be a highly motivated professional, with proven ability to establish excellent working relationships with various team members.  Additional responsibilities include but not limited to the following:<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Operate within the budget and identify new ways to improve the development of the business<br/><br/>Carry out training and development of all staff to enable them to carry out their own duties and responsibilities<br/><br/>Interviewing, hiring, training and coaching employees<br/><br/>Participate in employee meetings, reviews and development<br/><br/>Ensure compliance with proper sanitation and cleaning standards<br/><br/>Performs related duties and special projects as assigned<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>Bachelors degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience<br/><br/>2 years upscale food service experience, including 1 year at the supervisory level<br/><br/>Corporate dining, catering and strong passion for food and service<br/><br/>Supervising, scheduling, training, management & coaching skills<br/><br/>Knowledge of basic work area operations, company and client policies and procedures<br/><br/>Operational knowledge and oversee general maintenance of caf&eacute; food service equipments<br/><br/>Responsible for planning, marketing and executing special events/promotions in the cafe<br/><br/>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal<br/><br/>Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines<br/><br/>Ability to delegate tasks effectively in an assertive manner<br/><br/>Ability to work independently as well as in a team<br/><br/>Demonstrates good judgment and decision making skills<br/><br/>Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions<br/><br/>Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior<br/><br/>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint<br/><br/>ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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. <br/><br/> <b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry<br/><br/></b>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> MA04011323821]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2013 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Jose-CAFE-MANAGER-Job-CA-95101/2533642/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Jose-CAFE-MANAGER-Job-CA-95101/2533642/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>RECEPTIONIST - SAN FRANCISCO, CA Job (San Francisco, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Eurest Services, </b>a part of <b>Compass Group, Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.<br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world. <br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Crothall is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>The <b>Facilities Assistant I/Receptionist</b> is a dynamic, customer service role providing essential office functions. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a great customer service attitude.  You will be responsible for performing a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, Internet search, database management and administrative tasks and also assists with a variety of facilities management services and projects.  Required responsibility varies based on size of office.  Willingness to take on new projects and learn new skills is a must.<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Reception Duties including but not limited to: welcoming and greeting visitors, providing assistance, answering and routing incoming calls and public inquiries, oversee the distribution of building access cards, office communications and scheduling.<br/><br/>Administrative Duties including but not limited to: administrative tasks, office equipment assistance and support, liaison between departments and Facilities Management, create and maintain office databases, facilitate new hire process, verification of invoicing.<br/><br/>Facilities Services including but not limited to: daily walk thru's of office and public areas, process inventory orders, assist with vendor selections, assist with event preparation, resolve outstanding ticket requests.<br/><br/>Mailroom, Shipping/Receiving Services including but not limited to: manage shipping and receiving for the office, supplies, responsible for accurate and timely mail delivery.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>High School diploma or GED required; college degree preferred<br/><br/>Minimum of 1 year in an administrative or support role preferred.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.<br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills.<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions, sometimes under stress. <br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills i.e. effective explanation, being timely, positive attitude.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills i.e. multitasking and prioritization.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills, i.e. utilizing team, innovative approach, accepting support-<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with potential and willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Ability to lift 25 pounds<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> EP05141325032]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Francisco-RECEPTIONIST-SAN-FRANCISCO%2C-CA-Job-CA-94105/2604321/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Francisco-RECEPTIONIST-SAN-FRANCISCO%2C-CA-Job-CA-94105/2604321/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>MAC COORDINATOR II - SAN FRANCISCO, CA Job (San Francisco, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>MAC Coordinator II (Moves/Adds/Changes)</b><br/><br/><b>Eurest Services a part of Compass Group, Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients. <br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Compass is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>The <b>Facilities Coordinator II</b> will be responsible for office moves and space planning projects.  The ideal candidate for this role will have extremely strong communication, organizational and time management skills with the highest level of customer service.  This position requires a highly motivated individual to act as a liaison between facilities and other groups as well as being an effective leader to promote internal development.<br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Provide regular facilities staff coaching and feedback relative to recent accomplishments, future plans, and staff education/training.<br/><br/>Review and verify vendor-provided reports and invoices.<br/><br/>Source vendor quotes for recommended services.<br/><br/>Communicate with vendors on purchase orders and payments.<br/><br/>Work with project/construction teams to develop new space and provide solutions.<br/><br/>Coordinate and execute elements of opening new client space.<br/><br/>Ensure accurate data in space planning records via online tool.<br/><br/>Manipulate space to coordinate moves and shuffles.<br/><br/>Review and resolve outstanding ticket requests in a timely manner.<br/><br/>Oversee and assist in speciality services provided on site.<br/><br/>Anticipate, recommend, and manage vendor contract services for health and life safety while implementing and maintaining best practices<br/><br/>Willingness to be available after hours or in an emergency situation. <br/><br/>Provide logistical instruction and walk throughs to customers for event setup/execution.<br/><br/>Assign tasks to team to ensure that proper customer service levels are met.<br/><br/>Supervise outside vendors for event coordination, setups and breakdown. <br/><br/>Regularly inspect and evaluate physical condition of facility; recommend maintenance, repairs, and furnishings to management.<br/><br/>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is required to walk, sit, climb or balance and required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.<br/><br/> <b>Requirements:</b> <br/><br/>Bachelor's Degree required.<br/><br/>Minimum of 2 year in a space planning role required.<br/><br/>Must understand and have ability to communicate in Auto-CAD.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.<br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills.<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.<br/><br/>Ability to learn Google based computer applications as necessary.<br/><br/>Ability to lift/move 50 lbs.<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/> <br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry</b> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/> <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> EP04031323873]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Francisco-MAC-COORDINATOR-II-SAN-FRANCISCO%2C-CA-Job-CA-94105/2528122/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/San-Francisco-MAC-COORDINATOR-II-SAN-FRANCISCO%2C-CA-Job-CA-94105/2528122/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>SOUS CHEF Job (Mountain View, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/>Our Passion is Food!<br/><br/>At Bon App&eacute;tit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon App&eacute;tit, you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!<br/><br/>Working for Bon App&eacute;tit Management Company will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.<br/><br/>This position is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef with overseeing culinary functions for a corporate dining account.  You will manage and lead a team of associates and oversee all safety and sanitation as it pertains to the account.  Additionally, as part of the culinary team, you will be responsible for the following:<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Manage cost controls and control expenditures for the account.<br/><br/>Assist the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus.<br/><br/>Produce and execute catering events.<br/><br/>Purchase and manage inventory.<br/><br/>Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with Bon App&eacute;tit marketing and culinary team.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>Culinary degree preferred<br/><br/>Knowledge of Indian Cuisine preferred<br/><br/>Two years of culinary supervisory experience<br/><br/>High volume production and catering experience is essential<br/><br/>Previous experience managing cost controls<br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> MA02201322756]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Mountain-View-SOUS-CHEF-Job-CA-94043/2442224/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Mountain-View-SOUS-CHEF-Job-CA-94043/2442224/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>CATERING MANAGER- EVENT PLANNER Job (Thousand Oaks, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/>Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve.  The Eurest Promise, &quot;<b>connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise</b>,&quot; is exemplified throughout our organization.  Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. <br/><br/>Working as a Catering Manager- Event Planner for Eurest will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.  <br/><br/>As the Catering Manager- Event Planner you will be responsible for overseeing all catering and events for the account.  You will manage and lead a team of associates to make sure the event is executed and Eurest stands are met. Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following:<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/> <br/><br/>Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. <br/><br/>Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development. <br/><br/>Hire, train, and schedule catering staff, and be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures. <br/><br/>Ensure successful operations of catering functions including labor cost, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and clean up of all events. <br/><br/>Additional responsibilities include the reporting of operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review of the collection of receivables. <br/><br/>Responsible for all catering activities, books, plans & directed functions. <br/><br/>Menu development and costing, marketing functions as they relate to the catering department.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b> <br/><br/>BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred. <br/><br/>A minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including two years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required. <br/><br/>Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key. <br/><br/>The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential. <br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills. <br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email. <br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> NS05101324976]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Thousand-Oaks-CATERING-MANAGER-Job-CA-CA%2C-91320/2592144/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Thousand-Oaks-CATERING-MANAGER-Job-CA-CA%2C-91320/2592144/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>CATERING COORDINATOR Job (Bakersfield, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/>Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve.  The Eurest Promise, &quot;<b>connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise</b>,&quot; is exemplified throughout our organization.  Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. <br/><br/>Working as a Catering Coordinator for Eurest will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.  <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/> <br/><br/>Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. <br/><br/>Provide positive, professional communications that are efficient, effective and delivered with a high level of accuracy<br/><br/>Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a comprehensive event planning service to clients <br/><br/>Ensure successful operations of catering functions <br/><br/>Additional responsibilities include the reporting of operating statements, reports<br/><br/>Responsible for all catering activities, books, plans & directed functions. <br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b> <br/><br/>A minimum of three years of experience in hospitality industry  <br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills. <br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email. <br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> NS04191324350]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 05:31:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Bakersfield-CATERING-COORDINATOR-Job-CA-93331/2556818/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Bakersfield-CATERING-COORDINATOR-Job-CA-93331/2556818/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>CONTRACT MANAGER - WESTERN REGION Job (West Coast, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Eurest Services, </b>a part of <b>Compass Group, Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.<br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world. <br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Crothall is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>In this exciting opportunity you will develop and lead a variety of facilities management services within a local setting for a national client.  You will have a thorough knowledge of best practices for building maintenance and operations, office management, customer service, as well as the policies and values.  In addition, you will focus on the needs and requirements of the client using service practices to exceed expectations. <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/>Facilities responsibilities including but not limited to: project management, coordination and assistance with office renovations and staff relocations, implementation of office standards, policies and procedures, manage vendor contracts and site amenity programs.Supervisory duties including but not limited to: participation in staff selection, hiring, training, new employee orientation, development and performance evaluations, plans work schedules and job duties.Safety and Security duties including but not limited to: emergency response plans, vendor contracts, and security training.Purchasing and Reporting duties including but not limited to: managing and tracking accounting and financial reporting, verification of invoices, and vendor communication.Develop, organize and facilitate event planning, and building schedules.Maintaining business relationships and prompt customer service culture among sub-contractors managed; will create invoices and manage multiple small P+L's.<br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b>Bachelor's degree required.Minimum of 5 years facilities experience with emphasis on business services within a large organization strongly preferred.Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.Strong customer service skills required.Negotiation skills required.Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.Creative problem solving skills.Ability to identify strong talent that complements and contributes to the individual facility locations.Ability to multi-task, organize, and establish priorities.Exhibit initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.Experience in working with outside vendors, accounts payable/receivable, and budget management preferred.Commitment to hands-on, team oriented management.Experience in leading, training and mentoring others.Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.Ability to work in a fast paced ever changing environment with strong techinical computer skills.  Ability to manage project groups to roll out new processes.Strong customer/client relations with a knowledge of contract management.Remote management experience with a preference in building/facilities management- including knowledge in finance, HR, interviewing, etc.<b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry<br/><br/></b>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> JA04161324225]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/West-Coast-CONTRACT-MANAGER-WESTERN-REGION-Job-CA/2553410/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/West-Coast-CONTRACT-MANAGER-WESTERN-REGION-Job-CA/2553410/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>BARISTA ASSISTANT MANAGER Job (El Segundo, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<b>Location: El Segundo,CA</b><br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/> <br/><br/>Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve.  The Eurest Promise, &quot;<b>connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise</b>,&quot; is exemplified throughout our organization.  Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. <br/><br/>Working as an Assistant Manager for Eurest  will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.  <br/><br/>As the Assistant Manager you will be responsible for assisting the site manager with running the day to day operations of the account.  You will manage and lead a team of associates and oversee quality controls for the account.  Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following: <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/> <br/><br/>Train, manage, and develop hourly associates. <br/><br/>Assist with catering events. <br/><br/>Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with Eurest marketing and culinary team.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b> <br/><br/>BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred. <br/><br/>Two plus years of previous management or supervisory experience. <br/><br/>Previous experience managing cost controls is helpful. <br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills. <br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email. <br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> KF04021323829]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/El-Segundo-BARISTA-ASSISTANT-MANAGER-Job-CA-90245/2525358/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/El-Segundo-BARISTA-ASSISTANT-MANAGER-Job-CA-90245/2525358/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>FOOD SAFETY MANAGER- Mid Atlantic Region Job (Mid-Atlantc, MID-ATLANTIC, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>is the leader in food service 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 food service, to catering and vending, to facilities management and support services. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it.s our <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:  <br/><br/><b>Title:  FOOD SAFETY MANAGER</b>Position Description:</b><br/><br/>This position is part of the Quality Assurance Department's Operations Compliance Support team, and provides support to Compass Group regional business groups in implementing the corporate Quality Assurance program and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.  Regional responsibilities surround support of corporate Quality Assurance standards conformance in food service and vending operations; monitoring of operations food safety performance as measured through the third-party audit program; responding to complaints of food borne illness, food-related injury, and product defects/contamination; support and monitoring of regulatory compliance; acting as a liaison with regulatory officials; and assisting with the development of HACCP plans specific to projects and special events.  Specialty technical and support roles beyond regional responsibilities are also assigned.<br/><br/><b>Position Description:</b><br/><br/>This position is part of the Quality Assurance Department's Operations Compliance Support team, and provides support to Compass Group regional business groups in implementing the corporate Quality Assurance program and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.  Regional responsibilities surround support of corporate Quality Assurance standards conformance in food service and vending operations; monitoring of operations food safety performance as measured through the third-party audit program; responding to complaints of food borne illness, food-related injury, and product defects/contamination; support and monitoring of regulatory compliance; acting as a liaison with regulatory officials; and assisting with the development of HACCP plans specific to projects and special events.  Specialty technical and support roles beyond regional responsibilities are also assigned.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):</b><br/><br/>Provide reliable, precise, and timely technical support of food service and vending operations, aligned with department philosophy, with regard to all food safety and sanitation matters, conformance to corporate Quality Assurance programming, and regulatory compliance.<br/><br/>Act as a liaison with regulatory officials proactively and reactively as necessary.  Keep abreast of current and proposed regulations.<br/><br/>Monitor third-party food safety audit of assigned business group units, and support the overall program as related to its reliability and value as an operations food safety performance metric.<br/><br/>Respond to and investigate complaints of food borne illness, food-related injury, and product defects/contamination with the objective of determination of the root cause of substantiated allegations.  Coordinate lab analyses and forensic examinations as deemed necessary.  Ensure appropriateness of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.  Report on findings, conclusions, and recommendations.<br/><br/>Engage regional leadership in bi-annual food safety performance reviews, prompting actionable and impactful responses.<br/><br/>Assist with the development and execution of HACCP plans specific to projects and special events.<br/><br/>Monitor regulatory agency landscape for emerging concerns, consumer advisories, food safety alerts, proposed regulations, and similar public health and business-impact issues.<br/><br/>Monitor industry landscape for food safety best practice.<br/><br/>Prepare tracking, trending, exception, summary, and other reports associated with Quality Assurance programs and regulatory compliance, including monitoring and support activities.<br/><br/>Execute specialty technical and support roles as assigned.<br/><br/>Conduct technical research as needed or as requested by the Senior Food Safety Manager.  Develop briefs, position papers, standards, processes/procedures, executive summary documents, and similar written materials associated with assignments and role/responsibilities.<br/><br/>Work collaboratively and cooperatively with department Supply Chain QA staff on routine matters, i.e. complaint investigations, recalls, and vendor and product conformance, and special projects.<br/><br/>Work closely with department staff across Operations Compliance Support teams, as well as with other field support functional areas and departments.<br/><br/>Develop and deliver presentations to internal stakeholders, including food safety compliance reviews, training sessions, workshops, focus groups, and other forums and audiences.<br/><br/>Actively participate in and contribute to the overall value of team meetings.<br/><br/>Continuously improve job workflow, procedures, and tasks to increase efficiency and assure stakeholder satisfaction.<br/><br/>Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Senior Food Safety Manager.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>Bachelor's degree in a science discipline.<br/><br/>Minimum of Certified Professional-Food Safety (CP-FS) credential required; Registered Sanitarian/Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) or equivalent credential preferred.<br/><br/>Minimum of five years experience.  Ideal candidate will have at least five years of combined regulatory experience and industry experience in a dedicated food safety support role.<br/><br/>Two to three years of direct experience with regulatory requirements for food establishments.<br/><br/>Strong technical knowledge of retail food safety and HACCP.<br/><br/>Experience in conducting technical research.<br/><br/>Excellent investigative and analytical skills.<br/><br/>Technical acuity and confidence to act.<br/><br/>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Strong reporting and technical writing skills.<br/><br/>Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.<br/><br/>Excellent time management and prioritization skills.<br/><br/>Project management proficiency.<br/><br/>Ability to engage internal stakeholders across multifunctional teams through effective communication and compelling arguments.<br/><br/>Intellectual curiosity a must.<br/><br/>Energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.<br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office applications.<br/><br/>Travel is required; estimate 50% to 65%.<br/><br/> <b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the food service industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> NK04251324495]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Mid-Atlantc-FOOD-SAFETY-MANAGER-Mid-Atlantic-Region-Job-CA/2589898/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Mid-Atlantc-FOOD-SAFETY-MANAGER-Mid-Atlantic-Region-Job-CA/2589898/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>PART TIME RECEPTIONIST - PLAYA VISTA, CA Job (Playa Vista, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Eurest Services, </b>a part of <b>Compass Group, Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.<br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group, Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world. <br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Crothall is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>The <b>Receptionist</b> is a dynamic, customer service role providing essential office functions. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a great customer service attitude.  You will be responsible for performing a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, Internet search, database management and administrative tasks and also assists with a variety of facilities management services and projects.  Required responsibility varies based on size of office.  Willingness to take on new projects and learn new skills is a must.<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>Reception Duties including but not limited to: welcoming and greeting visitors, providing assistance, answering and routing incoming calls and public inquiries, oversee the distribution of building access cards, office communications and scheduling.<br/><br/>Administrative Duties including but not limited to: administrative tasks, office equipment assistance and support, liaison between departments and Facilities Management, create and maintain office databases, facilitate new hire process, verification of invoicing.<br/><br/>Facilities Services including but not limited to: daily walk thru's of office and public areas, process inventory orders, assist with vendor selections, assist with event preparation, resolve outstanding ticket requests.<br/><br/>Mailroom, Shipping/Receiving Services including but not limited to: manage shipping and receiving for the office, supplies, responsible for accurate and timely mail delivery.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>High School diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.<br/><br/>Minimum of 1 year in an administrative or support role required.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.<br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills.<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions, sometimes under stress. <br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills i.e. effective explanation, being timely, positive attitude.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills i.e. multitasking and prioritization.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills, i.e. utilizing team, innovative approach, accepting support-<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with potential and willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Ability to lift 25 pounds<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> EP03181323451]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Playa-Vista-PART-TIME-RECEPTIONIST-PLAYA-VISTA%2C-CA-Job-CA-90094/2487104/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Playa-Vista-PART-TIME-RECEPTIONIST-PLAYA-VISTA%2C-CA-Job-CA-90094/2487104/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>FACILITIES ASSISTANT II - VENICE, CA Job (Venice, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Eurest Services, a part of Compass Group Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients. <br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group Support Services </b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Crothall is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>The <b>Facilities Assistant II</b> is a dynamic, customer service role providing essential office functions. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a great customer service attitude.  You will be responsible for performing a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, Internet search, database management and administrative tasks and also assists with a variety of facilities management services and projects.  Required responsibility varies based on size of office.  Willingness to take on new projects and learn new skills is a must. <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>This position will focus on Facilities Services including but not limited to: daily walk thru's of office and public areas, process inventory orders, assist with vendor selections, assist with event preparation, resolve outstanding ticket requests. <br/><br/>Other as needed tasks will include the following:<br/><br/>Back up Reception Duties including but not limited to: welcoming and greeting visitors, providing assistance, answering and routing incoming calls and public inquiries, oversee the distribution of building access cards, office communications and scheduling.<br/><br/>Administrative Duties including but not limited to: administrative tasks, office equipment assistance and support, liaison between departments and Facilities Management, create and maintain office databases, facilitate new hire process, verification of invoicing.<br/><br/>Mailroom, Shipping/Receiving Services including but not limited to: manage shipping and receiving for the office, supplies, responsible for accurate and timely mail delivery.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>High School diploma or GED required, BA preferred<br/><br/>Minimum of 1 year in an administrative or support role required.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.<br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills.<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, preferrably Google Docs.<br/><br/>Ability to lift/move 25-40 lbs<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry</b> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/> <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> EP04111324117]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Venice-FACILITIES-ASSISTANT-II-VENICE%2C-CA-Job-CA-90291/2553454/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Venice-FACILITIES-ASSISTANT-II-VENICE%2C-CA-Job-CA-90291/2553454/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>FACILITIES ASSISTANT II - IRVINE, CA Job (Irvine, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Eurest Services, a part of Compass Group Support Services </b>provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, business facilities management and clinical engineering. Crothall is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients. <br/><br/>And, as a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. Generous compensation, flexible benefits package, intense training, unrivaled career opportunities, and a shared passion for quality attract the best people to <b>Compass Group Support Services </b>.  The opportunity for greatness is real at <b>Compass Group Support Services</b> and throughout the Compass world.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, Crothall is the place for you. We are looking for energetic, passionate and career minded people to join our team and help grow our business.<br/><br/>The <b>Facilities Assistant II</b> is a dynamic, customer service role providing essential office functions. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a great customer service attitude.  You will be responsible for performing a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, Internet search, database management and administrative tasks and also assists with a variety of facilities management services and projects.  Required responsibility varies based on size of office.  Willingness to take on new projects and learn new skills is a must. <br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/>This position will focus on Facilities Services including but not limited to: daily walk thru's of office and public areas, process inventory orders, assist with vendor selections, assist with event preparation, resolve outstanding ticket requests. <br/><br/>Other as needed tasks will include the following:<br/><br/>Back up Reception Duties including but not limited to: welcoming and greeting visitors, providing assistance, answering and routing incoming calls and public inquiries, oversee the distribution of building access cards, office communications and scheduling.<br/><br/>Administrative Duties including but not limited to: administrative tasks, office equipment assistance and support, liaison between departments and Facilities Management, create and maintain office databases, facilitate new hire process, verification of invoicing.<br/><br/>Mailroom, Shipping/Receiving Services including but not limited to: manage shipping and receiving for the office, supplies, responsible for accurate and timely mail delivery.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>High School diploma or GED required, BA preferred<br/><br/>Minimum of 1 year in an administrative or support role required.<br/><br/>Ability to meet deadlines and make sound decisions in stressful situations.<br/><br/>Friendly, outgoing and inviting personality.<br/><br/>Strong customer service skills.<br/><br/>Effective time management skills.<br/><br/>Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.<br/><br/>Creative problem solving skills.<br/><br/>Proactive and self motivated with willingness to learn.<br/><br/>Proficiency using the Internet and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, preferrably Google Docs.<br/><br/>Ability to lift/move 25-40 lbs<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the support services industry</b> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/> <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> EP05021324698]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Irvine-FACILITIES-ASSISTANT-II-IRVINE%2C-CA-Job-CA-92612/2582939/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Irvine-FACILITIES-ASSISTANT-II-IRVINE%2C-CA-Job-CA-92612/2582939/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>CHARTWELLS MANAGER IN TRAINING- NATIONWIDE LOCATIONS Job (NATIONWIDE, NATIONWIDE, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/> </b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/> <b><br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/> <b>Chartwells Higher Education </b>brings fresh ideas and innovative concepts to higher education foodservice. We have quickly established ourselves as the leading college and universityfoodservice partner in the industry, andwere twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nations Restaurant News. While we reflect on a proud past, we keep a keen eye on what is yet to come, especially in the areas of culinary development and nutrition.  We foster development in a setting where mobility, teamwork, and communication flourish.<br/><br/> The <b>Manager in Training Program (MIT)</b> is a GREAT OPPORTUNITY to develop into a leader with a great company and fast growing industry. Working as a MIT for Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people that are passionate about what they do. <br/><br/>The Manager in Training Program provides a unique opportunity for talented and passionate new graduates. The MIT Program is a premier opportunity not only to prepare for a rewarding and challenging career, but also to make a significant contribution to the organization.<br/><br/> Below are some of the rotations you can expect to complete during your 9 months of training:<br/><br/><b>Resident Dining Services Training</b><br/><br/>Board Dining Administration<br/><br/>Forecast and Scheduling<br/><br/>Daily Payroll Review<br/><br/>Cashier/Receptionist<br/><br/>Floor supervision<br/><br/>Inspection<br/><br/>Week-ending Financial Report<br/><br/><b>Catering Training</b><br/><br/>Contract Review<br/><br/>Event  Orders<br/><br/>Catering Server<br/><br/>Catering Sales<br/><br/>Catering Administration<br/><br/><b>Retail Dining Services Training</b><br/><br/>Purchasing<br/><br/>Retail/Cash Operations<br/><br/>Accounting During this training program you will be assigned a mentor who will guide you through out the program and ensure you are getting the support you need to develop into a great manager. Note that rotations are subject to change based on needs the business and discretion of your mentor.<br/><br/> <b>Recipe to Succeed: </b><br/><br/>Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills<br/><br/>Good communication skills both written and verbal<br/><br/>Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, guests, client, and associates<br/><br/>Basic knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices<br/><br/>Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office applications, company software, e-mail and the Internet<br/><br/> <b>Necessary Ingredients: </b><br/><br/>Open only to recent hospitality/culinary graduates<br/><br/><b>MUST</b> be willing to relocate anywhere within assigned region after completion of training<br/><br/>Bachelor's degree in foodservice/hospitality-related field preferred<br/><br/>Minimum 1 year foodservice experience and/or related internship<br/><br/>Computer competency in all MS Office Applications <br/><br/>Career minded <br/><br/>Team Player<br/><br/> <b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results. </b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/> <br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V  <br/><br/> <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> CM04091323985]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/NATIONWIDE-CHARTWELLS-MANAGER-IN-TRAINING-NATIONWIDE-LOCATIONS-Job-CA/2537859/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/NATIONWIDE-CHARTWELLS-MANAGER-IN-TRAINING-NATIONWIDE-LOCATIONS-Job-CA/2537859/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>EVENT PLANNER Job (Redmond, WA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><b>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America </b>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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/> Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve.  The Eurest Promise, &quot;<b>connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise</b>,&quot; is exemplified throughout our organization.  Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. <br/><br/> Summary: Management of events for Microsoft Meeting Solutions on the Puget Sound campuses, while providing the highest level of service to the Microsoft customer. Associate must possess experience in Catering Sales/Event Management; be well versed in all aspects of conference planning: audiovisual equipment, security, transportation, catering, etc.; ability to analyze client needs and requests; business management skills and time management skills; and initiative and judgment to quickly evaluate issues and find alternatives to decide on a plan of action.  A successful candidate will be a team player; have excellent communication and customer service skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects; and the ability to work under pressure and work additional hours as needed in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of events.<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><br/> Associate is expected to supervise meeting/event set-ups - check in with set-up crews, AV crew, and the client throughout the event<br/><br/>Plan events in other venues on campus as requested.<br/><br/>Management of MMS event calendar and daily email and phone requests.<br/><br/>Ability to place event functions in properly sized rooms to maximize space utilization.<br/><br/>Work with customer to determine set ups, numbers attending, types of facilities required, meal arrangements, times and any special needs.<br/><br/>Type Banquet Event Orders and confirmations.<br/><br/>Thoroughly and professionally communicate available services, recommendations, MMs policies, associated fees and other event needs to the client via email, phone or in person.<br/><br/>Schedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for the operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements, which include pre-planning meetings or a pre-conference meeting for the client and specific vendors.<br/><br/>Lead site visits to review event needs and specifications.<br/><br/>Prepare and follow through with event project timelines for each booking ensuring all details are covered.<br/><br/>Prepare resumes/agendas for meetings/conferences that are comprehensive in a timely fashion.<br/><br/>Prepare comprehensive post conference reports as determined by MMS.<br/><br/>Monitor personal email and MMS alias email with appropriate follow up with in the 24-hour service level agreement.<br/><br/>Provide guidance and be a resource for Event Services support teams and other vendors on site for the events.<br/><br/>Arrange for outside rentals as needed for all levels of service as requested.<br/><br/>Provide seamless management of events with very high-level customer service.<br/><br/>Communicate last minute changes and requests to team, confirm with the client and update event order.<br/><br/>Handle issues as they arise through the proper administrative channels.<br/><br/>Ability to remain calm and follow protocol during emergency situations.<br/><br/>Work with other departments and vendors to ensure all aspects of each function are covered.<br/><br/>Coordinates menu arrangements for events that manage revenues while serving the needs of the client.<br/><br/>Tour meeting rooms prior to each event to ensure proper set ups and preparations.<br/><br/>Meet and Greet customers upon arrival and throughout the event while the event is onsite.<br/><br/>Ensure accurate billing of services and that appropriate method of payment (cost center, IO, Purchase Order, credit card, check) is in place per the Microsoft Procurement policies, ensuring timely processing of all invoices.<br/><br/>Be well versed in Microsoft Meeting Solutions policies and procedures and provide excellent customer service while adhering to those policies.<br/><br/>Ensure event and catering forecasting and metrics are completed on a regular basis as outlined by the Events Manager, MS Client, and MMS Management in order to support the business goals and objectives.<br/><br/>Should actively work to bring as many meetings as possible to the Microsoft campus.<br/><br/>Stay informed with industry standards and share information with Event Team members.<br/><br/>Recommend policy changes, updates and service levels.  Be aware of trends and potential issues.<br/><br/>Maintain clean and safe work environment; performs job safely.<br/><br/>Other duties as assigned by Events Manager, Director of Events, and MMS Management.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/><b>Education and Experience: </b>College Degree Preferred and a minimum of 3 years meeting planning experience.  CMP certification a plus.<b>Language Skills: </b>English<b>Mathematical Skills: </b>Basic calculations and Excel knowledge<b>Reasoning Ability: </b>Ability to continually evaluate situations and re-prioritize accordingly.<b>Other<b>Qualifications:</b></b>Proficient in Microsoft Software Programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio; experience with the industry reservation tool; knowledge of meeting room sets; ability to operate a full line of audiovisual equipment; knowledge of catering resources; ability to type 60 wpm; excellent grammar and writing skills; excellent customer service skills; excellent communication skills.<b>Physical Demands:</b> Must be able to lift 30 pounds<b>Work Environment: </b>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is expected to engage in computer/desk work, speak with and correspond with clients, other associates, other departments, and outside vendors (via phone, email, or in-person), and will be sitting at a desk for the majority of the day.  The associate will be required to perform meet and greets (checking in with clients) whenever needed.  This associate will be working on high-profile, high-touch events that will require a large on-site presence.  Some lifting and physical activity may be required when assisting on-site at an event. Disclaimer<br/><br/>This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to modify essential functions of the job, or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments)<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> NS05011324661]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Redmond-EVENT-PLANNER-Job-WA-98052/2578780/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Redmond-EVENT-PLANNER-Job-WA-98052/2578780/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>WOLFGANG PUCK CATERING INTERNSHIP Job (Los Angeles, CA, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Job Description</b><br/><br/><b>Title:</b> Wolfgang Puck Catering - Intern<br/><br/><b>Supervisor:</b> Varies by location<br/><br/><b>Duties: </b>Support WPC team with administrative and/or event duties as needed to include, but not limited to:<br/><br/>Assist in distribution of documents, notes, communications<br/><br/>Work with a team on sales, marketing, and data management projects<br/><br/>Support WPC team at events<br/><br/><b>Technical<b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>Background in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, Culinary, and/or Communications<br/><br/>Knowledge in Microsoft Office:Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook; Adobe<br/><br/>Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills<br/><br/>Experience in a deadline-driven team environment<br/><br/><b>Behavior and Competencies:</b><br/><br/>Attention to detail and passion for perfection<br/><br/>Present oneself with an informative and professional demeanor.<br/><br/>Comfortable in corporate environment<br/><br/>Able to manage multiple projects and adjust to changing priorities<br/><br/>Self-Starter<br/><br/><b>Direct Working Relationships: </b>Dependent on location<br/><br/>WPC Corporate Executives<br/><br/>WPC Sales Directors and Managers<br/><br/>WPC Operations Managers<br/><br/>WPC Wait Staff<br/><br/> <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> CM04021323837]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Los-Angeles-WOLFGANG-PUCK-CATERING-INTERNSHIP-Job-CA-90001/2525371/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Los-Angeles-WOLFGANG-PUCK-CATERING-INTERNSHIP-Job-CA-90001/2525371/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>FLOATING CATERING MANAGER- Chicago, IL Job (Chicago, IL, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<br/><br/><b>Our associates' experience and knowledge are our greatest asset. Continued positive growth is a necessity and we remain committed to providing our associates access to the best opportunities for career development and advancement.</b><br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/> <br/><br/>Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve.  The Eurest Promise, &quot;<b>connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise</b>,&quot; is exemplified throughout our organization.  Eurest is proud to serve the world's most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500. <br/><br/>Working as a Catering Manager for Eurest will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.  <br/><br/>As the Catering Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all catering events for the account.  You will manage and lead a team of associates to make sure the event is executed and Eurest stands are met. Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following:<br/><br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/> <br/><br/>Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. <br/><br/>Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development. <br/><br/>Hire, train, and schedule catering staff, and be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures. <br/><br/>Ensure successful operations of catering functions including labor cost, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and clean up of all events. <br/><br/>Additional responsibilities include the reporting of operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review of the collection of receivables. <br/><br/>Responsible for all catering activities, books, plans & directed functions. <br/><br/>Menu development and costing, marketing functions as they relate to the catering department.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b> <br/><br/>BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred. <br/><br/>A minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including two years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required. <br/><br/>Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key. <br/><br/>The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential. <br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills. <br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email. <br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<br/><br/><b>Great People. Real Opportunities.</b><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> AM04111324115]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Chicago-FLOATING-CATERING-MANAGER-Chicago%2C-IL-Job-IL-60290/2542476/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Chicago-FLOATING-CATERING-MANAGER-Chicago%2C-IL-Job-IL-60290/2542476/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>BANQUET EVENT MANAGER Job (Phoenix, AZ, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b> <br/>Our Passion is Food!<br/><br/>At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!<br/><br/>Working for Bon Appetit Management Company will allow you the opportunity to work with GREAT people like yourself!  You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.  <br/><br/>As the Banquet Event  Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all catering events for the account/venue.  You will manage and lead a team of associates to make sure the event is executed and Bon Appetit's standards are met. Additionally, as part of the management team, you will be responsible for the following:<br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/> <br/><br/>Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. <br/><br/>Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development. <br/><br/>Hire, train, and schedule catering staff, and be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures. <br/><br/>Ensure successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and clean up of all events. <br/><br/>Additional responsibilities include the reporting of operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review of the collection of receivables. <br/><br/>All catering activities, books, plans & directed functions. <br/><br/>Menu development & costing, marketing functions as they relate to the catering department.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications:</b> </b><br/><br/>BS degree in Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred. <br/><br/>A minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including two years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required. <br/><br/>Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key. <br/><br/>The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential. <br/><br/>Excellent customer service and communication skills. <br/><br/>Proficient in Microsoft office, internet, and email. <br/><br/>Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company.<b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V <br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> MA05151325082]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Phoenix-BANQUET-EVENT-MANAGER-Job-AZ-85001/2599811/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Phoenix-BANQUET-EVENT-MANAGER-Job-AZ-85001/2599811/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item>
<item><title>EVENT PLANNER Job (Washington, DC, US)</title><description><![CDATA[<b>A Fresh Approach to Great Results.</b><br/><br/> </b><br/><br/>Charlotte-based Compass Group North America</b> 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 <b>great people</b> providing <b>great service</b> that generates our <b>great results</b>. 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:<br/><br/><br/><b>Job Description:</b><br/><br/><b>EVENT PLANNER </b> <br/><br/>The Event Planner is responsible for:<br/><br/>A keen knowledge of the SOW and a complete understanding of all aspects of the documents' content<br/><br/>Handling meeting room bookings, utilizing the in-house property management system and focusing on the strategic assignment of meeting space so as to maximize utilization<br/><br/>Sending initial confirmations in connection with bookings and following up at specified intervals prior to the event to confirm the current status of the meeting, the accuracy of participant counts, the need for special equipment, etc.<br/><br/>Coordinating a wide range of services for meetings which have been booked, including audiovisual requirements, food and beverage requests, conference room set-ups, signage, the distribution of materials, etc.<br/><br/>Conferring with clients before, during and after their events, maintaining a positive relationship and responding to inquiries and requests in a timely manner<br/><br/>Communicating to all relevant internal departments and subcontractors the specific needs of the client, both in advance of and during the course of meetings<br/><br/>Producing banquet event orders and/or comprehensive meeting &quot;resumes&quot; in order to document events and share detailed information with all involved departments<br/><br/>Carrying out daily call-around or emails for next-day events, getting final confirmation of the meeting's time, number of participants, audiovisual presentation materials,  menus, room set-up, billing information, etc.<br/><br/>Participating in weekly Planning Meeting, reviewing the details of events which he or she has been working on, answering questions from staff members, and discussing relevant logistical matters<br/><br/>Participating in &quot;pre-con&quot; meetings involving the client, as well as relevant members of the operations staff, when plans for complex and/or large scale events are being finalized<br/><br/>Participating in &quot;post-conference&quot; feedback sessions with the client and relevant members of the operations staff, so as to obtain first-hand comments on certain complex, critical and/or large scale events<br/><br/>Obtaining correct billing information for food and beverage, equipment rentals, etc.  Monitoring the accuracy of any such charges<br/><br/>Entering complete cancellation details into the property management system, confirming any meeting cancellations to the client by email, and initiating cancellation charges as appropriate<br/><br/>Working with the client and the catering team to plan standard and special food and beverage events, documenting such events within the property management system<br/><br/>Quickly identifying booking conflicts or potential booking conflicts, suggesting solutions and, if not immediately resolved, discussing such conflicts with the Conference Center Manager<br/><br/>Checking that meeting rooms are set up correctly, with the proper equipment and amenities, prior to the start of meetings.  Greeting the host upon his or her arrival to the meeting room and ascertaining any new requests<br/><br/>Coordinate the set up and tear down of exhibits when requested by the client.  Act as a liaison with Frame Shop, Decorators, Facilities and the bank client.  Issue appropriate tickets to request services regarding exhibit booths<br/><br/>Responding to numerous phone calls and emails with new meeting requests and special &quot;add-on&quot; information for existing meetings<br/><br/>Conducting facility tours for prospective clients when requested<br/><br/>Providing lunchtime and other short-term coverage for members of the team.<br/><br/>Relays all customer complaints to Director of Conference Services and General Manager immediately.  Responds to customer complaints and/or issues in a speedy and timely resolution<br/><br/><b>Necessary Ingredients: </b> <br/><br/>Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and juggle many tasks simultaneously<br/><br/>Experience in dealing with an international customer base and extensive exposure and comprehension of international protocol. Ability to develop cooperative and strong relationships with the diversified clientele<br/><br/>Excellent oral and written communication skills<br/><br/>Strong computer skills and knowledge of office technology/equipment, including familiarity with conference center property management system<br/><br/>Punctual, dependable and dedicated to achieving operational excellence, down to the smallest of details<br/><br/>Discreet, ethical and committed to maintaining a high degree of confidentiality<br/><br/>Excelling as a team member, with a passion for delivering the Platinum Service standard and focused on total customer satisfaction<br/><br/>Maintaining a consistently professional approach, with a willingness to take ownership and responsibility both within and outside one's job domain<br/><br/>A BS Degree with a minimum of two years of conference planning experience in a conference center or corporate environment as an Event Planner<br/><br/><b>Great People. Great Service. Great Results.</b><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/><b>Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry</b><br/><br/>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. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V<br/><br/><b>Job ID:</b> JML02191322688]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><link>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Washington-EVENT-PLANNER-Job-DC-20433/2458368/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</link><guid>http://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job/Washington-EVENT-PLANNER-Job-DC-20433/2458368/?utm_source=J2WRSS&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS</guid></item></channel></rss>