Food Service Manager

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to positively impact employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company fosters an inclusive culture that values equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on various personal and demographic factors. Aramark is dedicated to empowering professional growth and development, encouraging employees to pursue new challenges and reach their fullest potential in a supportive and dynamic work environment. The company’s mission is to do great things for people by delivering exceptional services that enhance lives and promote sustainable practices across all operations.

The position of Food Service Manager at Aramark is a critical management role focused on overseeing and enhancing dining operations where customers order prepared foods from a curated menu. This role demands a combination of leadership, client relationship management, financial acumen, productivity enhancements, and compliance adherence to ensure smooth and profitable operations. The Food Service Manager is responsible for developing and implementing innovative dining solutions that align with customer preferences while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and sanitation. This role involves supervising the front of house dining operations in partnership with the Food Service Director, coordinating food service activities to deliver a finished product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Key responsibilities include engaging and developing team members using Aramark’s coaching model, rewarding achievements, and meeting performance objectives. The manager is tasked with identifying client needs, communicating operational progress, and ensuring financial targets are met by maintaining accurate profit and loss statements. They must apply Aramark’s established processes and performance metrics, educating the team on strategies to improve profitability by managing costs, controlling inventory and orders, and optimizing labor and food initiatives. Ensuring compliance with safety, health, wage, and labor regulations is essential to maintain a healthy working environment. The Food Service Manager also leads daily team briefings and works to build strong client and customer relationships that support mutually beneficial business outcomes.

In addition to leadership and operational management, this role requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods. The Food Service Manager at Aramark plays a vital role in driving operational excellence, delivering quality food service experiences, and developing the skills of team members to create a motivated and efficient workforce. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in food service management, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for outstanding customer service grounded in Aramark’s service standards. Working at Aramark offers the opportunity for career growth, skill development, and the chance to contribute to a globally recognized company committed to service and sustainability.