Food Service Director

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted deeply in service and united by a strong purpose, Aramark is dedicated to making a positive impact on its employees, clients, communities, and the planet. The company emphasizes equal employment opportunities and inclusivity, fostering a workplace that embraces diversity without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. Aramark is known for its commitment to employee growth and development, providing a supportive environment where talents are nurtured and professional passions are fueled. Whether you are looking for a challenging new role, a place where you feel a sense of belonging, or simply a great company to work for, Aramark focuses on empowering individuals to reach their full potential.

The role of Food Service Director at Aramark is a pivotal management position responsible for overseeing and enhancing dining operations where customers order prepared foods from a menu. This role is centered on developing and executing innovative dining solutions tailored to meet customer needs and tastes, ensuring that every dining experience is exceptional and aligns with Aramark's high standards. As a Food Service Director, you will lead, mentor, and engage teams to maximize their contributions through recruiting, training, coaching, and managing performance. You will play a critical role in fostering a positive work environment by rewarding and recognizing employee achievements while ensuring strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards across all food service operations.

Financial acumen is essential in this role, which involves managing budgets, controlling costs related to food, beverage, and labor, and maintaining profit and loss statements. You will be responsible for meeting food and labor targets, optimizing resource allocation to balance quality and cost control, and implementing operational excellence fundamentals. Client relationships are equally important, requiring effective communication to identify client needs and provide progress updates on dining operations. Additionally, you will oversee food production, distribution, and overall service quality, ensuring compliance with all related regulations and standards.

This position requires a strategic mindset to establish and maintain systems for ordering, receiving, storing, preparing, and serving food products, including menu planning and development. You will develop operational forecasts, analyze variances, and conduct inventory management. Interaction with client management at all levels ensures strong partnerships and may involve participation in sales processes and contract negotiations. Continuous improvement is encouraged through the introduction of new products and services that support sales growth and client retention.

The Food Service Director manages front-of-house dining operations, including cafeterias and residential dining facilities, and implements food service plans that align with the client’s mission and vision, promoting sustainable practices. Physical demands of the role include occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and the ability to stand for extended periods.

At Aramark, your contribution matters. The company supports ongoing skill development and encourages employees to embrace challenges and deliver outstanding results. Join Aramark and become part of a team that is committed to service excellence, client satisfaction, and creating meaningful impacts for communities and the environment.