Compass Group USA

Compass Group USA is a leading foodservice and support services company in North America, operating through a family of 28 specialized companies. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, it employs over 300,000 associates and serves 11 million meals daily across various sectors, including healthcare, education, sports and leisure, and business. The company offers a wide range of services, including customized foodservice solutions, hospitality, and facilities management. Its foodservice includes student-friendly dining, nutritionally balanced meals for seniors and hospitals, and corporate catering. Compass Group USA also provides extensive hospitality support, such as cleaning and maintenance services, patient transport, and vending solutions. The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, focusing on reducing food waste and local sourcing while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Food & Beverages Charlotte, United States Founded 1994 ~5,193 employees

Work at Compass Group USA in HR or recruiting? Claim this page

Employees
5,193
+0.8% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$6M
Revenue ~$31.4B
12-month attrition
8.3%
Tech: 12%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Compass Group USA went from 4,786 employees in Oct 2024 to 5,193 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 241 people joined, 133 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other2,261
Operations1,432
Finance463
Sales269
HR247
Success163
Engineering137
Marketing132

Compass Group USA FAQ

How many employees does Compass Group USA have?

Compass Group USA has about 5,193 employees, up 0.8% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Compass Group USA's revenue per employee?

Compass Group USA makes about $6.05M in revenue per employee, based on $31.4B annual revenue and 5,193 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.