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Aramark

Food Service Director - University of South Alabama

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
performance bonuses

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests each day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark dedicates itself to making a positive impact not only for its employees and clients but also for its surrounding communities and the environment. Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, Aramark offers equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company strongly values professional growth and diverse talents, encouraging employees to pursue new challenges... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in food service
  • Minimum 1-3 years in management role
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lb
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments

Job Qualifications

  • Requires at least 4 years of experience
  • Requires 1-3 years of management experience
  • Requires previous food service experience
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark’s model
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships across departments
  • Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lb
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods

Job Duties

  • Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching and managing performance
  • Ensure food services appropriately connect to the Executional Framework
  • Coach employees to create shared understanding of goals and execution
  • Reward and recognize employees
  • Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
  • Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
  • Adopt Aramark process and systems
  • Build revenue and manage budget including cost controls for food, beverage and labor
  • Complete and maintain P&L statements
  • Achieve food and labor targets
  • Manage resources to ensure quality and cost control within budgets
  • Implement labor and food initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals
  • Oversee production, distribution and food service operations
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment
  • Comply with all applicable policies and regulations
  • Establish and maintain systems for ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving food
  • Develop operational forecasts and explain variances
  • Ensure sanitation and safety levels
  • Coordinate and supervise production, merchandising, quality and cost control
  • Recruit, hire, develop and retain front line team
  • Conduct periodic inventory
  • Maintain records compliance
  • Interact with client management and maintain client relations
  • Participate in sales processes and contract negotiations
  • Manage front of house dining operation
  • Develop and implement food service plans aligned with client mission and sustainable practices

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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