Service Manager ( Coffee Equipment Manager) - Wood Dale, IL
Salary: $72,000 -$82,000 / year
Other Forms of Compensation: Yearly Bonus Opportunity
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
Job Summary
The Service Manager oversees a team of field technicians and installers responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of coffee equipment. This role ensures exceptional service delivery, operational efficiency, and a positive customer experience. The manager provides hands‑on support, drives team performance, and maintains a well‑organized service environment while collaborating closely with internal partners to resolve issues and enhance service quality.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, coach, and develop technicians and installers to ensure strong performance and accountability.
- Conduct brief daily huddles to review priorities, align on workload, and communicate operational needs.
- Provide hands‑on service support when needed to meet response times and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Support coverage during staff absences or peak service periods.
Operations & Workflow Management
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully functional shop and workspace.
- Ensure equipment awaiting service is staged for next‑day work or that required parts are ordered promptly.
- Partner with the District Operations Manager to identify recurring issues and recommend repair or replacement strategies.
- Monitor and ensure timely, accurate completion of service tickets, reports, and documentation.
Installation Coordination
- Confirm installation schedules and ensure crews complete all pre‑departure checklists.
- Verify installation vehicles are properly stocked and ready before leaving the shop.
- Assist with installations or emergency situations when needed.
Field Service & Customer Support
- Professionally represent the company during field visits and customer interactions.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and support complex service scenarios alongside technicians.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely updates.
- Escalate recurring or systemic equipment issues to management for review.
Inventory & Equipment Management
- Maintain accurate inventory of parts, tools, and supplies within service vehicles.
- Ensure equipment is safe, well-maintained, and ready for daily use.
Qualifications
- Prior management or team leadership experience required.
- Technical familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems preferred.
- Experience with computerized work order or maintenance management systems strongly preferred.
- Strong decision‑making skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Windows‑based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Apply to Canteen today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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