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Compass Group is the world's largest contract foodservices provider for five market sectors: business and industry, healthcare, education, sports and leisure, and defense, offshore and remote. Besides hospitality and foodservice the company also offers vending, catering, concessions, and security services for a number of events and sports venues. Compass is a franchisee of such well-known chains as Burger King and Starbucks. The company operates in 45 countries, employs 600,000 people, works in 55,000 client locations and serves 5.5 billion meals per year. Guided by the mission of delivering superior service Compass Group believes in transparency, quality, teamwork, responsibility and can-do attitude. Compass Group offers a huge range of job opportunities in a wide range of locations and businesses. The company can trace back its roots more than 75 years.

Company - Public
Over $10B
Large
Multiple locations
Real Estate Agencies & Brokerages Firms
1941
What departments Compass Group employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
other occupation27.3%
Cooks / Food Preparation23%
Food Service Managers10.3%
Management - Other8.8%
Sales / Retail7.6%
General and Operations Managers6.6%
Administrative5.9%
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Special Food Service Companies
Large size
Full-Service Restaurants
Large size
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Professional experience

How many years of experience do Compass Group employees have before joining?
Years of experience at Compass Group: Newcomers: 26%, Experiencers: 18%, Experts: 20%, Veterans: 36%. Compass Group employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.
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Where did Compass Group employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before Compass Group: Aramark, Aramark Refreshment Services, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services. Typical Compass Group employees have worked at Aramark.
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Aramark Refreshment Services
Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
What industries did Compass Group employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Compass Group: Full-Service Restaurants, Traveler Accommodation Companies, Limited-Service Restaurants, Food & Beverage Retailers, Special Food Service Companies. Compass Group employees most likely come from a Full-Service Restaurants industry background.
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Where did Compass Group employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at Compass Group: Small: 29%, Medium: 11%, Large: 60%. Most Compass Group employees have previously worked at large companies.
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Educational background

What did employees at Compass Group study?
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Where did employees at Compass Group study?
Culinary Institute of America
Johnson & Wales University-Providence
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Employee data

How long do people stay in a role at Compass Group?
Time employed at Compass Group: <1: 11%, 1-3: 35%, 4-8: 32%, 9-13: 11%, 14-20: 7%, 20+: 4%. Most Compass Group employees stay with the company for 1-3 years which is less than the industry average.
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How does Compass Group rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at Compass Group: 58.6% Male and 41.4% Female. Age ratio at Compass Group: 16-20: 1%, 21-30: 40%, 31-40: 32%, 41-50: 16%, 51-60: 8%, 60+: 3%. Compass Group rates - 1.6% less female than the industry average. Most Compass Group employees are 21-30, which is on par with the industry median age range.
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What are the top roles at Compass Group?
Top roles of Compass Group: Executive Chef, Food Service Director, General Manager, Cook, Chef Manager. The top role at Compass Group is Executive Chef.
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Executive Chef
Food Service Director
General Manager
Cook
Chef Manager

Career advancement

How does Compass Group rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at Compass Group: low. Compass Group ranks low for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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What companies do Compass Group employees go on to work at?
Future employers of Compass Group: Aramark, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services, Compass Group USA, Foodbuy, Guckenheimer. People who work at Compass Group most typically go on to work for the Aramark.
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Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
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Foodbuy
Guckenheimer

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Para Professional
Gainesville, FL - December 30, 2023
Fun place to work for sounds Good 👍 to me!
4.6
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5
Professional growth
4
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
I currently work for the Alachua County School Board at their Sidney Lanier Location as a Teachers Aide aka as Para-Professional . 😜🤪😎

Pros and Cons
Great location to work for a Friendly Professional Staff!.
You become Very Attached to the students!!
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Director of Operations
August 10, 2023
Great client!
3.4
Ratings
3
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
2
Recognition & Support
4
Culture and Values
Great environment with the client interaction and mission. Felt like we were making a difference. The leadership of a compass was different- not genuine or authentic. Very political approach. Recommend them but only based on the client or account. That is the driving factor for job satisfaction.

Pros and Cons
The client was exceptional!
Political decision making, limited interaction with leadership, SLT not genuine or sincere
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Director of Operations
Chicago, IL - June 15, 2023
Compass Group
4.4
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
4
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
4
Culture and Values
The Sector Bon Appetit within Compass Group is a great company to work for and has allowed me to grow without changing companies. Each direct report was an outstanding mentor to get me ready for the next succession in my career.

Pros and Cons
Promote from within the company and supports team member during personal tragedy as their own.
Some promotions may require you to relocate.
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8 months ago
Sounds like a Great organization to work for!!
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Janitor Cleaner
Kingsville, TX - April 13, 2023
Great Job to work at
4.4
Ratings
4
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
5
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
I've been working here for 2and1/2 months and ive meet alot of wonderful people my supervisor and leaders are real nice and helpful they help you figure out a easier way so you dont get overwhelmed my co-workers are nice to they treat me like family and alot of the people ive met in my building are real nice and compliment me every chance they get

Pros and Cons
Great pay you can get over time great environment
No parking
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Housekeeper Cleaner
December 19, 2022
Fun & productive work place
5.0
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
5
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
It was a wonderful experience working with compass group under Qatar foundation. I highly recommend anyone out there to work with compass group because of the good management in the company

Pros and Cons
free lunch, free medication & free accomodations
vacation after two years
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Assistant General Manager
Philadelphia, PA - November 23, 2022
Good company to start a career but not very friendly to outsiders and older individuals
2.0
Ratings
1
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
2
Work-Life balance
1
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
I was hired as an AGM but really treated like a cook. The GM expected me to cook 4 days a week eventhough there were 3 hourly cooks on staff. The shift was 3pm to 3am. I was promised specific money and professional development during the hiring process by the GM. The GM never delivered then blamed HR for not being able to deliver.

Pros and Cons
The company is solid but beware of promises
lack of accountability to reports, odd shift time
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Mgr IV
June 11, 2022
Compass Group Review
1.2
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1
Professional growth
1
Salary & Benefits
1
Work-Life balance
2
Recognition & Support
1
Culture and Values
I filed complaints of disharmony w/ corp & currently have an open EEOC investigation in place due to the mistreatment, hostile work environment, & retaliation I endured

Pros and Cons
There are no pros
The list of cons is endless
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Administrative Clerk
February 26, 2022
Horrible, unconscionable, terrifying
1.0
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1
Professional growth
1
Salary & Benefits
1
Work-Life balance
1
Recognition & Support
1
Culture and Values
Terrible place to work. Management lacks management skillset! They set people up for failure. Slave driver mentality. Do not respect employees. I strongly discourage ANYONE for working for this company

Pros and Cons
Free lunch
The management is racist
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Retail supervisor
February 10, 2022
Sad excuse for a company
1.0
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1
Professional growth
1
Salary & Benefits
1
Work-Life balance
1
Recognition & Support
1
Culture and Values
Rarely every have anyone to cover for another employee to take a week vacation out of a whole year .

Pros and Cons
Coworkers
Poor management ,Pay ,Hr poor
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Jacksonville, FL - December 24, 2021
Could be better
2.8
Ratings
4
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
1
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
The co workers were great Management was ok For the condition that everyone was working under I believe they deserve more pay

Pros and Cons
Free lunch and reasonable breaks
The pay is not worth it
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Grill cook and delivery driver
November 17, 2021
Grill cook and delivery driver
5.0
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
5
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Working for compass group it was a good experience Growth value teamwork family is a good place to grow and get experience in customer service and working with good clients

Pros and Cons
Free lunch friendly
Union I have no concept it’s just a nice company to work for
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Executive Chef
November 4, 2021
Fun and product development workplace. Safety oriented,
2.8
Ratings
4
Professional growth
4
Salary & Benefits
2
Work-Life balance
2
Recognition & Support
2
Culture and Values
Culinary , BOH and FOH experince, financially driven, results oriented, staffing centric, long term experience.

Pros and Cons
Good parking, bench strength, salary decent
Work life balance, upward mobility, trainnimg,
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Director of Food Service
East Chicago, IN - October 20, 2021
40 Square Mile Steel Mill
3.0
Ratings
3
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
The work was crazy and exciting each and everyday! I had three Food Service areas and they were hoping all the time, also had entire plant to cater.

Pros and Cons
Leader in the industry
If your account closes you may be out of a job, or have to relocate.
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Human Resources Compensation Coordinator
August 5, 2021
Human Resources andQuality Director
4.8
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
I was Human Resources and Quality for allá the country. The commpany was closed due the polítical Situation in the country

Pros and Cons
Depevelopment
Not aplicable
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Chef Manager
July 26, 2021
professional
3.8
Ratings
4
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
4
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
4
Culture and Values
loved what I did and the variety of all that I did. customers are great ppl. clients are always great. company tried to keep up with the times and changes

Pros and Cons
great ppl in buildings
long hours....hard to get coverage. feel customer service needs to be revisited
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Sous Chef
July 12, 2021
A fun and productive place to work
3.0
Ratings
3
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
I love my I love the shift that I was on I love working Monday through Friday morning shift I love creating a food that we did far as working in a cafeteria

Pros and Cons
Working around people that do productive work and enjoy doing what they doing
Paying for lunch
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May 31, 2021
Food service
1.4
Ratings
1
Professional growth
2
Salary & Benefits
2
Work-Life balance
1
Recognition & Support
1
Culture and Values
Worst company to work for, they have no compassion or empathy for anyone. Just concer about themselves and making money.

Pros and Cons
Free lunch
No compassion
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Utility Dish Machine Operator
Atlanta, GA - May 18, 2021
Work place is average. Their is no dish machine where I work.
2.6
Ratings
2
Professional growth
3
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
2
Culture and Values
I have been working at this location for four years now. The job is OK however I have to do everything by hand. The job is a treadmill.

Pros and Cons
Weekends Off.
I have to walk 2 Two miles after I get off the bust too the school.
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April 25, 2021
Great teamwork among employees.
3.6
Ratings
3
Professional growth
4
Salary & Benefits
4
Work-Life balance
4
Recognition & Support
3
Culture and Values
I worked for Compass for 35 years, a very positive experience. Compass hires excellent managers and supervisors who realize customer service applies to dealing with associates as well, after all hourly associates make the magic happen.

Pros and Cons
Reduced price meals, most holidays off
Most work is on client property and accounts can be lost even when you do a great job.
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Office Manager
April 1, 2021
Don't work for this company
1.2
Ratings
1
Professional growth
1
Salary & Benefits
2
Work-Life balance
1
Recognition & Support
1
Culture and Values
I worked for this company for 12 years and never once felt like I was more than a number. I was lied to many times.

Pros and Cons
Pros-Paid holidays
Cons-No one really cares about the person.
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Where can I find Compass Group’s stock symbol?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Here it is: CMPGF
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What’s the gender distribution at Compass Group?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
41.4% female, 58.6% male.
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When was Compass Group established?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
1941.
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What industry does Compass Group fall under?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Restaurant/Food Service.
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What’s Compass Group’s yearly revenue?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
over $10b
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How often do employees get promoted at Compass Group ?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
advancement opportunities are low
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A year ago
It depend on the sector you are employed with.
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What’s the average length of tenure at Compass Group?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
Typically 1-3 year(s).
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3 years ago
4 years
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what kind of companies did Compass Group employees work for?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
Large companies before Compass Group.
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Top future employers of Compass Group employees?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Aramark, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services, Compass Group USA, Foodbuy, Guckenheimer, Morrison Healthcare, Sodexo, Wells Fargo.
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Who are the top previous employers of Compass Group employees?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Aramark, Aramark Refreshment Services, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services, Compass Group USA, Eurest, Marriott, Morrison Healthcare, Sodexo.
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What’s the average age at Compass Group?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
i think it’s 21-30.
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Where did most of Compass Group employees go to school?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Culinary Institute of America, Johnson & Wales University-Providence, Johnson and Wales University, The Culinary Institute of America, University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
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Has Compass Group ever promoted you during your career there?
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3 years ago
Unfortunately no!
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Is it forbidden to wear flip flops to work at Compass Group?
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3 years ago
yes
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Where were you before joining Compass Group?
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3 years ago
Medical field
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A year ago
Restaurant
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How long did you work for Compass Group?
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3 years ago
2-3 years
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Cross training is key 🗝
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A year ago
ensure they have some basic BOH experience & catering training.✌
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A year ago
Some minor politics especially with higher level management.
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The technology here is great as they are continuously working to upgrade it and make it better. 👌
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A year ago
I am blessed to call Compass home.😌
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A year ago
Enjoyed working with the people and schedule I needed always had shift coverage by management when needed.✌
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I have worked for Compass Group for almost 10 years now.💪
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A year ago
The two different companies I've worked for have incredible leaders so mentoring is great!
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A year ago
A Diamond in the Rough. 💎
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I left my last job becuz of the hectic working hours. Can any1 tell me if Compass Group employees are provided with flexibility or not?
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A year ago
Yes they do provide flexibility to employee but not too flexiblethe
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A year ago
Not too much😐
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Compass provides many resources to help you in your job. The support from Upper Management has been great!👌
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A year ago
Good benefits. Managers are good with communication. Lots of opportunities for learning and growing in the field.✌
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A year ago
Coworkers can be a bit toxic and unnecessarily competitive. All growth needs to come from initiative
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I've done my bachelors. Can I apply for a managerial post at CG?
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A year ago
Yes, you can!
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A year ago
If you're good at work, obv you can go for a managerial post.
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For how long do employees generally work at this company??
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A year ago
Yes. Some people do work here for longer terms like 3 yrs or even more than that.
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A year ago
generally 4-8 yrs.
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I loved and respected everyone i worked with.😍
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A year ago
That is so nice and sadenig to hear at the same time.🙂
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A year ago
Management was strict but fair. Sometime it alot of hours but it you choices..Miss everyone..
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How's the enviornment of Compass Group?
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A year ago
i had an excellent working experience in this company.
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A year ago
im currently working here and this is by far the best company i've ever worked in.
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are all employees provided equal rights here??
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A year ago
they are an equal opportunity provider.
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A year ago
i worked here two yrs ago and at that time everyone was provided with equal rights.
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I've heard Compass Group provide paid time off to their employees. Is it true?
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A year ago
i worked here an yr ago and yes i did receive paid time off when i asked for it :)
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A year ago
I currently work here and paid off is included in the employee perks.
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I've worked for Compass group USA at a University. Their core managers at the upper level are outstanding individuals.👏
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A year ago
It was a great job not really stressfull. It was easy going and easy to do✌
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A year ago
All you have to do is grab the dishes and put in the machine. It isn't fast paced 🙂
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Love everything. Pto, work from home, free food, no micro management🙌
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A year ago
like with any job there are some issues however management is steadily working to improve👍
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A year ago
Internally it can be frusterating to get stuff done otherwise flexibility, Opportunity for growth, benefits and training available
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Great company with lots of opportunities for growth and development. Able to relocate for other opportunities. 👍
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A year ago
Benefits are comparable to other Hospitality companies. Pay is consistent with market. Always something to do and keep busy.
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A year ago
Great place to work, staff management are great and listen to the needs of their employees to be successful in what we do✌
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Depending on who is the manager or head chef!! Other then that is good work!👍
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A year ago
Gave me a chance to grow within the food service👏
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A year ago
The management always worked with employeees to be safe and happy at work.They always pitched in when help was needed.👌
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What is the best part of working at Compass Group?🤔
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A year ago
Working with people
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A year ago
You get free lunch
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Look forward to going to work daily and inner acting with the guest,love being allowed to try new dishes and mingling with my co workers😊
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A year ago
I love working with Compass Group USA and love my family of colleagues.❤
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A year ago
The people I work with are talented, professional and progressive. I will work with this company the rest of my career.🤞
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At colleges, time off during Thanksgiving & Christmas, Spring Break, & shorter workweek days in summer schedule months👏
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A year ago
Shortage of employees results in using daily temp service employees which can be challenging💪
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A year ago
workweek for managers could be Sun-Thurs and (Sunday is a non-busy day, but you work a longer day 8am-8pm.
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Do employees get paid vacations or leave at CG?
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A year ago
You can get sick leaves and paid time off for vacations 😀
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A year ago
You can get paid leave if you r sick:)
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They appreciate the hard work that you do.👏
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A year ago
I love this company. There is a lot of room for growth within this company.😍
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A year ago
The only con was that this industry in general is hit very hard with economic downturns.😪
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Approval maternity for 12 weerk or more?🤔
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A year ago
Don't know about paternity leave. But I know lots who take advantage of Maternity leave.😉
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A year ago
Six weeks is what you get.👍
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If you were in charge, what would you do to make Compass Group a better place to work?✌
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A year ago
Standardize the job bidding system. Every qualification listed so applicants can see if they are a good fit.👍
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A year ago
Pay a living wage. Pay for OT. Pay for Holidays. Pay for Hazardous work (Covid discharges)
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Working with compass is really a great experience. There is so much room for growth within the company.✌
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A year ago
Love what you do❤
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A year ago
I like my job. Laid back good management. Everyone seems to be in a positive mood.
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i'm a mother of two and I'm looking forward to joiningng a company that can offer me good pay becuz i have to bear my children's expenses as im a single mother. 🙂
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A year ago
don't hesitate to apply at CG...i worked here couple of yrs ago and my ay was fairly good than others in my fam.
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A year ago
if you've got some amazing skills, they'll give you pretty good salary. 🤩
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i'd like to hear employees experince at this company...any1 who can share the reviews???
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A year ago
My colleagues were fantastic. I had a great time working with this company.
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A year ago
You should work here, in my opinion. My coworkers and seniors were both really kind.
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great place to work. enjoyed being able to have creative freedom over menu options.👍
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A year ago
If you have a good district manager and kitchen manager it will make all the difference!☝
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A year ago
I'm personally very lucky to have a great one! Keeps us on our toes and cares about making the most of our time here a positive experience!
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-Great Benefits (401k, health, dental, vision, company perks, etc) -Good Management -Work/Life Balance
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A year ago
-Pay could be better✌
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A year ago
Great benefits for self and family. Managers are awesome, 😎
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Pros Nice People Good Food Company Culture Good Hours No nights
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A year ago
Cons Need to hire more minorities Women Chef's✌
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A year ago
It is a diverse company to work for they definetly hire more female from other miniorities. 👍
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What is a typical day like for you at Compass Group?✌
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A year ago
Clock in, 30 min break, clock out Uniform provided👌
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A year ago
I check and load the patient’s trays. Deliver them break them down. Take care of floor stock and log temperatures and other paperwork. Cook when needed. Perform certain cleaning duties.
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Do you get to choose when you get your breaks or do they decide for you?