Operations Intern Job Description
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:
- Be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality or culinary program (proof of enrollment required)
- Meet your school’s GPA requirement for internships
- Be available to work 32–40 hours per week, based on business needs and program requirements
- Have strong organizational skills and be comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
- Understand the basics of customer service and client relationships
- Note: College credit is not required, but we can provide documentation if needed