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Food Service Manager - Fairfield University

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 assistance program
Training and Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniforms, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by its purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. With a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity and diversity, Aramark fosters an inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive.

The Food Service Manager at Fairfield University is a pivotal management role responsible for overseeing and guiding the dining operations within the university's dining facilities where customers order prepared foods from a menu. This positi... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Requires at least 1 year of experience
  • requires at least 1 year of experience in a management role
  • bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
  • ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard service 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 Qualifications

  • Requires at least 1 year of experience
  • requires at least 1 year of experience in a management role
  • bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
  • ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard service 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

  • Use Aramark's coaching model to engage and develop team members to their fullest potential
  • reward and recognize employees
  • ensure individual and team performance meets objectives and client expectations
  • plan and lead daily team briefings
  • ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
  • identify client needs and communicate operational progress
  • ensure the completion and maintenance of profit and loss statements
  • deliver client and company financial targets
  • adopt all Aramark processes and systems, understand performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends
  • educate teams on key levers to improve margins
  • bring value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management
  • follow the operational excellence fundamentals by meeting and maintaining food and labor initiatives
  • ensure entire team is trained and able to implement
  • supervise team regarding production, quality and control
  • maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees
  • follow all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour
  • lead the front of the house of the dining operation (cafeteria/residential dining facility) in conjunction with the Food Service Director
  • plan, direct, and coordinate food service activities in order to deliver a finished product to the customer

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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