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Thompson Hospitality

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Thompson Hospitality Locations: 74 Thompson Advantages: something for everyone! 401k + company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, accident injury, and critical illness; vacation pay up to 80 hours of paid time off; 25 percent discount at all brands for team member and friends; education reimbursement program; referral bonus program; team member assistance program; free student meal plans at our participating colleges; discounts on theme parks, attractions and shows, hotels, flights and rental cars, concerts, sports and live events, movie tickets, electronics and much more; collaborative schedules two weeks in advance; family meals; gym membership discount; child care discount; maternity/paternity paid leave. Thompson Hospitality, which operates four divisions: Joint Venture Partnership with Compass Group, Thompson Hospitality Services – food dining services to HBCU’s, Thompson Facilities Services – facilities maintenance, and Thompson Restaurant Group - Matchbox, Big Buns, Hen Quarter, CUT 132, Willie T’s, YOT, Canyon, Maker’s Union, The Delegate, Austin Grill, BRB, ATR, The Ridley, Velocity, Social House, Local Tacos, and Wiseguy has a common mission: “We strive to create positive experiences: one team member, one guest and one client at a time.” A major part of that promise is providing growth opportunities through the ongoing expansion of our brands. They promoted over 120 team members in 2021 and are on track to promote another 120 team members in 2022. Team members are identified for promotional opportunities based on their demonstration of the company’s three core guiding principles – Do the Best You Can, Do the Right Thing and Treat Others to the Way You Want to be Treated. As a fast-growing organization with 133% growth in 2022, the organization has plenty of possibilities for those who want to grow with the company. Once team members have expressed interest in being developed, they are enrolled in a leadership competencies ladder roadmap through the Hospitality Academy. The ladder roadmap includes learning to lead yourself, others, managers, functions, and ultimately the organization. The goal is to take team members from entry level positions to directors either within a single brand or expanding their experience across various brands or divisions within the organization. Additionally, the company is focused on ensuring team members feel a sense of connection to each other and the organization, as well as reinforce purpose through ongoing communications with all team members through an app called UKG. Through this tool, the company requests ongoing feedback from team members once onboarded with the company and periodically at 30, 90, 180 days and annually thereafter. This helps to proactively identify any concerns and learn how to better meet team members’ needs. Ultimately, Thompson Hospitality’s success can be attributed to our commitment to ensure there continue to be growth opportunities for all team members, so that everyone wins. The team members can learn and grow their earning potential and the organization is able to provide greater services to the communities in which they serve.

True Food Kitchen

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At True Food Kitchen, we believe in the power of whole, real food. We partner with each of our growers, ranchers and producers so that every ingredient meets our TRUE standards. That means better food for our guests and the planet. By crafting "Real Food for Real Life" we embody our purpose: empowering more people to eat real food.

Chick-fil-A Corporate

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At its Atlanta headquarters, known as the Corporate Support Center, Chick-fil-A, Inc. offers full-time careers in various fields such as Digital Transformation & Technology, Financial Services & Accounting, Enterprise Analytics, Restaurant Development, Early Talent Programs and more. Our team of more than 3,000 staff members tackles complex challenges every day — from restaurant design to food innovation, to infusing personalized service into digital spaces — all with the intent of supporting our owner-operators in delivering customer experiences defined by hospitality and care. Chick-fil-A, Inc. is the third largest quick-service restaurant company in the United States, known for its freshly-prepared food, signature hospitality and unique franchise model. More than 200,000 Team Members are employed by independent owner-operators in more than 3,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. In 2023, the company shared plans to expand by 2030 into Europe and Asia. Chick-fil-A owner-operators live and work in the communities their restaurants serve, each supporting local efforts to address hunger, education, and making a positive impact. The family-owned and privately held company was founded in 1967 by S. Truett Cathy.

Doherty Enterprises

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At Doherty Enterprises, we believe great people are the heart of every great restaurant. Founded in 1985, and through dedication, community spirit, and a passion for hospitality, we’ve grown to become one of the largest franchisees in the country. Today, our Doherty family operates more than 160 restaurants across New York and New Jersey, representing some of the nation’s most recognized brands, including Applebee’s, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Qdoba, JINYA Ramen Bar, and Wendy’s, as well as two of our own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub, and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. While our business has grown, our mission has stayed the same: To be the Best Food Service Company in the Communities we Serve. We’re proud to be a family-owned company that recognizes potential, celebrates growth, and develops leaders from within. Whether you’re starting your first restaurant job or advancing your management career, you’ll find a company that invests in your future through hands-on training, mentorship, and meaningful career paths. At Doherty, we believe that when we take care of our people, they take care of our guests — and that’s what truly drives our success.

Lettuce Entertain You

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WHY WORK WITH LETTUCE? Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities with Lettuce and apply today! EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify CARING FOR PEOPLE ON EARTH SINCE 1971 Lettuce’s Culture of Caring is at the heart of everything we do. Enriched by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program, it inspires us to foster safe spaces where everyone feels free to be their full selves, to remove obstacles so that everyone thrives, and to create restaurants and workplaces that look and feel like the communities where we live, work and serve. We’ve been bringing people together at our tables since 1971. Come as you are. We’ve set a special place for you.

SSP Group

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Bringing a ‘Taste of Place’ to Airports SSP America has carved out a unique niche as the aviation industry’s go-to gurus, renowned for bringing the region’s culinary scene—bringing a ‘taste of place’ to airports. We’re also working hard to create an inclusive culture of care that offers an environment where team members can thrive. We take care of our team. They take care of the customer. Everyone Loves a Good Story Since 2006, SSP America has been telling restaurant stories across the Americas. Our job is to tell that uniquely local and authentic story through a region’s food and restaurants. We’ve carved out a unique niche as the go-to gurus renowned for bringing a ‘taste of place’ to airports. With operations in the U.S., Canada, Bermuda, and Brazil, we call ourselves “the food travel experts,” and we’ve got a passion for restaurant stories.