VP of Operations

Position Title: VP of OperationsSalary: $175,000 to $225,000Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for 35% Bonus A family of companies and experiencesAs the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!great people. great services. great results.Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. Job Summary The Vice President of Operations is the Essential Leader that champions Compass Group USA's groundbreaking spirit and embodies the companys core values of excellence, teamwork, integrity, respect, innovation, and inclusion. This visionary leader anticipates and addresses significant challenges and opportunities facing the organization, with the drive to achieve outcomes with a sense of urgency.Uses people skills, operational knowledge, and financial understanding to lead effectively.Core Responsibilities:People, Performance and CultureFoster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and transparency. Promote and uphold a culture of care through collaboration, team building, development, and recognition of associates to make Compass Group USA a Great Place to WorkSpearhead and improve the development of high-performing leaders who exemplify the core values and align to the shared vision of common purpose and successRevenue and Profitability LeadershipLead the planning process to achieve company and client financial goalsBuild an infrastructure that can successfully scale for growth; Plan, develop, and implement strategies to increase revenue and profits within the Division- Sales Leadership - demonstrated proficiency to establish a proactive Sales Culture. Identify and build sales opportunities as well as support new business activities.Coordinate divisional operations to ensure labor efficiency, quality, service, and customer and client happinessretentionInnovation, Operational Excellence, and SafetyEnsure practices and objectives established by the Company are driven throughout the division in accordance with all applicable laws and safety regulationsAchieve the vision and mission of the organization and ensure alignment with financial and operational goalsBuild a culture that is connected to metrics, collects and brings to bear data to craft and implement strategiesDirectly implement strategies to remain best in market with venue management, artfully curated food, service excellence, and client happinessEducation ExperienceBachelor's Degree; MBA desirableFine DiningB and ICatering and Events10+ years of progressive leadership experience within catering, operations and salesExtensive client relations experienceProven record of managing and scaling a successful business, Change ManagementMerger-Acquisitions experienceAbility to effectively manage budgets and strive to achieve critical metricsDemonstrated adeptness for leading teams at the senior leadership level, to lead, empower and grow a teamQualificationsOutstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills, including the ability to encourage, influence, and motivate a broad range of diverse teams and clientsStrong financial competenceTrack record of effectively crafting a strategic plan and completing tasks by defining metrics, and achieving goalsExcellent communication skills both written and verbal; Listens to others and values their contributionsUnquestionable integrity, credibility, character, demonstrated high moral and ethical behaviorApply to Compass Group today!Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to pass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by sitestate)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Req ID: 1401339Compass Corporate Gina Barbish [[req_classification]]

Created: 2025-02-21