Operations Intern, Canteen / Madison, WI

Operations Intern

We are hiring immediately for an Operations Intern position.

Location: 2303 Daniels Street, Madison, WI 53718 Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: To be discussed further upon interview.

Pay Range: $18.00 per hour. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.

About Canteen

At Canteen, we make break time better. We provide food, snacks, coffee, and self-service retail options that help companies create great workplaces. Our work combines friendly service, great food, and smart technology to keep things running smoothly.

Our people are the reason we succeed; they're passionate, team-oriented, and always ready to make an impact.

If you bring the energy, strong customer service skills, and a positive attitude, we'll bring the opportunity, innovation, and support to help you grow. Let's shape the future of the industry together.

Internship Overview

As an intern with Canteen (part of Compass Group), you'll get hands-on experience in how we operate and support our clients. You'll learn best practices from industry leaders and apply them to real-world projects.

Your internship may include work in areas like:

• Marketing & Customer Service
• Retail & Merchandising
• Branch Operations & Support Services
• Finance, Purchasing & Supply Chain
• Profit & Loss Management

You'll also gain exposure to our core services:

• Coffee & Refreshments
• Vending Services
• Avenue C Micro-Markets

This is a great opportunity to explore the inner workings of a national food service company while building valuable professional skills.

Job Responsibilities

As a Canteen intern, you'll support daily operations and contribute to meaningful projects. Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with projects that improve business performance
• Supporting customer service efforts and occasionally interacting with clients
• Helping organize tasks for Micro Markets, Vending, and Coffee Services
• Sharing ideas to improve workflows and best practices
• Collaborating with your team to streamline operations and increase efficiency

Job Requirements

To be eligible for this internship, you should:

1. Be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality or culinary program (proof of enrollment required)
2. Meet your school's GPA requirement for internships
3. Be available to work 3240 hours per week, based on business needs and program requirements
4. Have strong organizational skills and be comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
5. Understand the basics of customer service and client relationships
6. Note: College credit is not required, but we can provide documentation if needed

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.