Food Service Director

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $70,000.00 - $83,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. The company is rooted in service and united by a strong purpose to positively impact its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark operates in various sectors, including education, healthcare, sports, business, and leisure, offering comprehensive solutions that enhance experiences through food, facilities, and uniforms. With a commitment to equal employment opportunities, Aramark fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment where every individual can grow professionally and contribute meaningfully.

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Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 4 years of experience in food service
At least 1-3 years of management experience
Strong communication skills
Ability to maintain client and customer relationships
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to collaborate with other departments
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand for extended periods

Job Qualifications

Requires at least 4 years of experience
Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role
Requires previous experience in food service
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard model
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other departments to a unified food service experience for all customers
Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Job Duties

Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize their contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching and managing performance
Ensure food services appropriately connect to the executional framework
Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how to execute
Reward and recognize employees
Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress
Adopt Aramark process and systems
Build revenue and manage budget, including cost controls regarding food, beverage and labor
Ensure the completion and maintenance of P&L statements
Achieve food and labor targets
Manage resources to ensure quality and cost control within budgetary guidelines
Implement and maintain Aramark agenda for both labor and food initiatives
Create value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls and profit management
Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals, including food and labor
Direct and oversee operations related to production, distribution and food service
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees
Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour
Establish and maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food related products, as well as menu planning and development
Develops operational component forecasts and can explain variances
Responsible for components accounting functions
Ensures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met
Coordinates and supervises unit personnel regarding production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and employee training
Recruits, hires, develops and retains frontline team
Conducts period inventory
Maintains records to comply with Aramark, government and accrediting agency standards
Interacts with Client Management and maintains effective client and customer relations at all levels with client organization
May participate in sales process and negotiation of contracts
Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention
Manage the front of the house of the dining operation (Cafeteria/Residential Dining Facility)
Develop and implement food service plans aligned with the client's mission and vision, to include sustainable practices

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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