Dining Services Manager

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to millions of people in various settings including education, healthcare, business, and sports and entertainment. Known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aramark actively fosters a workplace culture that celebrates differences and ensures every individual receives equal opportunities for growth and participation. The company places a strong emphasis on fairness, non-discrimination, and creating an environment where employees and clients alike feel valued and supported. With a vast network of locations and a reputation for quality and innovation, Aramark continuously seeks to improve operational excellence and exceed customer expectations across all their service areas.

The Dining Services Manager plays a crucial role within Aramark’s food service operations by overseeing and managing dining service environments where customers order prepared foods from a menu. This management position is responsible for developing and implementing dining solutions that align with customer tastes and needs, ensuring an outstanding dining experience. The manager leads a team using Aramark’s coaching model to engage and develop team members to their fullest potential, fostering an environment that rewards and recognizes employee contributions. They are tasked with planning daily team briefings, making sure safety and sanitation standards are rigorously followed, and maintaining productive client and customer relationships to support business goals.

In addition to operational leadership, the Dining Services Manager directly influences financial performance by managing profit and loss statements, meeting company and client financial targets, and ensuring food and labor initiatives align with operational excellence fundamentals. The role involves close supervision of staff to maintain standards in production, quality, and cost control while developing a cohesive team capable of delivering seamless food service. The manager is also responsible for compliance with regulatory and company safety standards, creating a safe environment for clients, customers, and employees. This position requires stamina and the ability to occasionally lift, transport, or handle items up to 50 pounds as part of daily responsibilities.