Food Service Manager

Aramark is a leading global food service, facilities, and uniform services provider operating in 15 countries around the world. Renowned for its commitment to service excellence and sustainability, Aramark proudly serves millions of guests daily by delivering high-quality food and facility solutions to a diverse range of clients including businesses, schools, healthcare organizations, and sports venues. Rooted in a mission to do great things for customers, communities, employees, and the planet, Aramark offers a culture that fosters professional growth, inclusivity, and impactful service. The company strongly upholds equal employment opportunities and promotes a discrimination-free workplace, ensuring every employee has the chance to contribute meaningfully and realize their full potential. With a focus on developing talents and fueling passions, Aramark provides a dynamic and supportive environment for career advancement and personal fulfillment.

The Food Service Manager at Aramark plays a critical role in overseeing dining operations where customers order prepared foods from a menu. This management position is vital to developing and implementing dining solutions that align with client needs and preferences while meeting operational and financial goals. The manager is responsible for leading the front-of-house dining operations typically within settings like cafeterias or residential dining facilities. Key responsibilities include cushioning a coaching leadership style to motivate and develop team members, recognizing and rewarding employee efforts, and ensuring the safety and sanitation standards are rigorously upheld across all facets of operation.

The role requires a strategic focus on client relationship management, including identifying and communicating client needs and operational progress to maintain strong business partnerships. Financial stewardship is pivotal, with duties encompassing the completion and maintenance of P&L statements, achieving company financial targets, and educating teams on performance metrics to improve margins. Productivity improvement forms another cornerstone of the position, demanding cost control, profit management, and comprehensive team training to ensure operational excellence in food quality, production, and labor efficiency.

Compliance with all company policies, including safety, health, wage, and hour regulations, is mandatory to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for clients, customers, and employees alike. The Food Service Manager works closely with the Food Service Director to plan, direct, and coordinate food service activities that ultimately deliver a high-standard finished product to customers.

This job demands physical stamina, as it includes occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods. Candidates are expected to have strong interpersonal skills, demonstrate outstanding customer service using Aramark's service model, and maintain effective relationships with other departments to ensure a unified food service experience. The position typically requires at least one year of experience in a management role, with a preference for those holding a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. This employment opportunity offers a chance to be part of an industry-leading company focused on growth, innovation, and employee development, with the flexibility that job duties may evolve to meet business needs.