Food Service Manager

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. The company is deeply rooted in a mission-driven culture that emphasizes service, community support, and sustainable practices. With a focus on employee development and inclusion, Aramark offers a dynamic workplace where individuals can grow their careers, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions to society. The company maintains a commitment to equal employment opportunities and diversity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics. Aramark’s operational excellence and passion for service set it apart as a preferred employer in the hospitality and facilities management industry.

The Food Service Manager position at Toledo Correctional Institution is a critical leadership role responsible for managing all aspects of food production and service in a secure correctional facility. This role oversees large-scale kitchen operations, ensuring that meal preparation meets stringent safety, nutritional, and regulatory standards. The Food Service Manager supervises both staff and incarcerated individuals involved in food service tasks, fostering a productive and compliant team environment. This position requires hands-on leadership that guarantees food safety, quality control, inventory management, and cost-effective procurement. The manager ensures that all menus comply with facility, state, and federal nutritional guidelines while maintaining a secure and sanitary food service operation.

Compensation for this role is set at $58,500 annually, reflecting Aramark's commitment to providing competitive wages within the correctional food service sector. The role is full-time and offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans such as 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and disability coverage. The Food Service Manager will play a vital role in not only overseeing daily operations but also cultivating client relationships, managing financial performance through budgeting and profit targets, and driving team effectiveness using Aramark’s coaching model to develop employees. This position demands an individual who can balance operational efficiency with strict compliance to safety and regulatory standards, while fostering a positive work culture in a challenging yet rewarding environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and a dedication to delivering exceptional food service under complex conditions.