Position Title: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - FT BRAGG NC
Salary: 80000 - 95000
A family of companies and experiences
As 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.
At Compass Group, we take pride in providing exceptional dining experiences for the men and women who dedicate their lives to serving our country. Joining our military dining team means becoming part of a mission that goes far beyond food, it’s about gratitude, respect and service with purpose. Every meal you prepare, every guest you greet, every detail you deliver is an opportunity to honor those who protect our freedom. We’re looking for passionate people who believe that excellence in service is a way to give back, who find meaning in creating comfort, community and care for our nation’s heroes. If you’re ready to make a difference every day, join us and help us serve those who serve.
The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance programs across all food & beverage operations, purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory management functions within a multi-unit hospitality complex. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations, company standards, brand requirements, and operational procedures while maintaining product quality, inventory integrity, and cost control. The role works closely with culinary, CSDV, loading dock, purchasing, receiving, and finance teams to ensure consistent quality and operational excellence across all outlets.
Food & Beverage Quality Assurance
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Develop, implement, and maintain food safety and quality assurance programs for all food and beverage outlets.
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Ensure compliance with HACCP, local health department regulations, FDA guidelines, and company standards.
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Conduct routine inspections of kitchens, bars, CSDV, commissaries, and storage areas.
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Monitor food preparation, handling, storage, and service practices to ensure food safety compliance.
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Review product specifications and quality standards for all food, beverage, and operating supplies.
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Investigate guest complaints related to food quality, safety, and service standards and implement corrective actions.
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Maintain all food safety records, certifications, audits, and documentation.
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Coordinate third-party inspections and regulatory audits.
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Develop and conduct food safety and quality assurance training programs for management and staff.
Multi-Unit Operational Support
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Standardize quality assurance procedures across all outlets and operational units.
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Conduct routine site visits and operational assessments.
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Ensure consistent execution of company standards throughout the complex.
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Support new outlet openings, renovations, and operational transitions.
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Work with department leaders to develop corrective action plans for identified deficiencies.
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Monitor key performance indicators related to quality, food safety, inventory accuracy, and operational compliance.
Receiving Operations Oversight
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Ensure all deliveries are inspected for quality, quantity, temperature, freshness, and compliance with specifications.
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Develop receiving procedures and inspection checklists.
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Verify proper documentation of all incoming products and supplies.
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Monitor receiving staff performance and compliance with established procedures.
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Reject and document products that fail to meet quality standards.
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Ensure proper product rotation and handling upon receipt.
Training and Leadership
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Train managers and employees on food safety, sanitation, receiving procedures, inventory controls, and quality standards.
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and operational performance.
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Mentor department supervisors and managers on compliance and quality management practices.
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Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Inspect food production areas, kitchens, bars, warehouses, and storage facilities.
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Review receiving logs, temperature records, and quality inspection reports.
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Conduct spot checks of incoming deliveries.
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Monitor inventory transactions and variance reports.
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Verify compliance with sanitation and food safety standards.
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Investigate quality issues, guest complaints, and operational discrepancies.
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Meet with purchasing, culinary, warehouse, and outlet managers regarding quality concerns.
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Review vendor performance and product quality issues.
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Follow up on corrective action plans and audit findings.
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Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly quality assurance reports.
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Conduct employee coaching and compliance training sessions.
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Monitor expiration dates, product rotation, and storage conditions.
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Ensure all documentation and records are properly maintained.
Qualifications
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Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management
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Minimum 5–7 years of quality assurance, food safety, purchasing, inventory control, or hospitality operations experience.
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Multi-unit hospitality, resort, casino, hotel, stadium, convention center, or food service experience preferred.
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HACCP Certification required.
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ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent preferred.
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Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, inventory controls, purchasing procedures, and warehouse operations.
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Experience conducting audits and compliance inspections.
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Proficiency with inventory management and procurement software systems.
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Military QA Experience a plus
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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.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.
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Medical
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Dental
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Vision
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Life Insurance/ AD
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Disability Insurance
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Retirement Plan
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Paid Time Off
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Paid Parental Leave
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Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
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Personal Leave
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Associate Shopping Program
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Health and Wellness Programs
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Discount Marketplace
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Identity Theft Protection
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Pet Insurance
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Commuter Benefits
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Employee Assistance Program
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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
