Workplace Pantry Operations Manager - Austin, TX

Schedule:  Sunday - Thursday

Salary:  $60,000 - $65,000 / 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:

We’re looking for a Pantry Operations Manager (Workplace Pantry) to lead a fun, hardworking team of 15–20 attendants and runners who keep our client’s pantry stations fully stocked and running smoothly. You’ll oversee more than 80 stations, ensuring they’re consistently filled with popular snacks, beverages, paper goods (cups, utensils, bowls), and employee amenities like milk, coffee, tea, soda, cereal, and dry snacks.
In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll manage daily operations, support your team in maintaining clean and inviting service areas, and ensure all pantry equipment is properly cleaned and functioning. If you’re an organized, people-focused leader who takes pride in creating a seamless, behind the scenes experience, we’d love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities:

•    Lead and motivate a team of 15–20 pantry attendants and runners.
•    Manage HR functions, including training, performance, and employee development.
•    Develop, implement, and educate the team on standard operating procedures (SOPs).
•    Oversee stocking of food, beverage, and paper products across 80+ stations.
•    Inspect employee stations to ensure cleanliness, deep cleaning of equipment, organization, and strong focus on safety and operational excellence.
•    Uphold strict quality control standards are maintained when handling consumable food products.
•    Ensure consistent, high-quality service to enhance customer experience.
•    Communicate effectively with staff and management to address needs and resolve issues promptly.
•    Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Preferred Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree preferred; an associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience will  be considered.
•    Military veterans are encouraged to apply.
•    A hands-on leader who thrives on coaching, motivating, and growing a team.
•    2–3 years of experience in a customer service or food leadership role.
•    Experience in food & beverage or client service management preferred.
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Background in safety training is highly desirable.
•    Passionate about delivering world-class service to clients and customers.
•    Able to move safely between multiple floors via stairs.
•    Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

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 Init