Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and hospitality, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. The company is committed to delivering exceptional service, promoting inclusivity, and supporting its employees' growth and development. Aramark prides itself on creating a diverse and positive work environment where every employee enjoys equal employment opportunities and can contribute meaningfully to the company’s purpose. Their comprehensive benefits package and dedication to fostering a team-oriented atmosphere make them a desirable employer for individuals who seek both professional challenges and a supportive work culture.
The role of Food Operations Director at Aramark is pivotal in driving operational excellence within the company’s food service divisions. This position focuses on devising and implementing meal solutions that accommodate customer preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring high-quality dining experiences through the supervision and coordination of dining facilities offering diverse pre-cooked meal options. The Food Operations Director is responsible for leading and mentoring teams, developing food service strategies that align with client goals and sustainability standards, and managing financial performance through effective budget and cost management. This role requires a dynamic leader who can foster strong client relationships, optimize labor and culinary initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The Food Operations Director also plays a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, preparing operational forecasts, overseeing inventory, and contributing to sales and contract negotiations. With a focus on innovation, employee recognition, and operational efficiency, this leadership position is integral to Aramark’s mission of delivering value and exceptional dining services to its clients and customers. The position typically requires at least four years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse teams effectively within a fast-paced environment, standing for long periods and handling manual tasks.
The role of Food Operations Director at Aramark is pivotal in driving operational excellence within the company’s food service divisions. This position focuses on devising and implementing meal solutions that accommodate customer preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring high-quality dining experiences through the supervision and coordination of dining facilities offering diverse pre-cooked meal options. The Food Operations Director is responsible for leading and mentoring teams, developing food service strategies that align with client goals and sustainability standards, and managing financial performance through effective budget and cost management. This role requires a dynamic leader who can foster strong client relationships, optimize labor and culinary initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The Food Operations Director also plays a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, preparing operational forecasts, overseeing inventory, and contributing to sales and contract negotiations. With a focus on innovation, employee recognition, and operational efficiency, this leadership position is integral to Aramark’s mission of delivering value and exceptional dining services to its clients and customers. The position typically requires at least four years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse teams effectively within a fast-paced environment, standing for long periods and handling manual tasks.
Job Requirements
- At least four years of relevant experience
- Experience leading teams for 1-3 years
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent hands-on experience
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to engage positively with clients and customers
- Competency in customer service standards
- Ability to collaborate across departments
- Ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods
Job Qualifications
- At least four years of relevant working experience
- Experience leading teams for 1-3 years
- Proven track record in food service
- Bachelor’s degree or comparable hands-on experience
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to create and sustain positive client and customer relationships
- Competency in delivering outstanding customer service per Aramark standards
- Ability to maintain strong working alliances with different departments
- Comfortable with intermittent manual handling of items up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
Job Duties
- Coordinate, mentor, stimulate, and foster teams to maximize their contributions including recruitment, evaluation, training, coaching, and performance management
- Confirm that food services are in accordance with the Executional Schema
- Implement a system that acknowledges and rewards employees for their valuable contributions
- Maintain the required safety and sanitation standards during operations
- Acknowledge client needs and skillfully articulate operational progress
- Enhance financial performance through revenue expansion and budget administration emphasizing cost management strategies for food, beverages, and labor
- Coordinate and manage the operations linked to production, distribution, and serving of food
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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