Food Service Supervisor - ASU-DPC Thunderbird

Tempe, AZ, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries around the world. With a deep-rooted commitment to service, Aramark operates with a mission to do great things for its employees, clients, communities, and the planet. The company places a strong emphasis on providing equal employment opportunities, supporting diversity and inclusion across its workforce. At Aramark, every team member is encouraged to develop their talents, pursue their passions, and achieve professional growth within a supportive and dynamic environment. Their culture inspires collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation at every level of the organization.

The Food Service Supervisor role at Aramark is a full-time supervisory position that offers a unique opportunity to step up your career in a passionate and mission-driven food services team. Reporting directly to a manager, the Food Service Supervisor plays a critical role in leading daily food service operations, overseeing staff, and ensuring the delivery of safe and high-quality meals to customers. This position demands strong leadership skills, hands-on operational expertise, and a commitment to maintaining excellent food safety and sanitation standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for directing daily activities, producing work schedules, managing production sheets and recipes, and ensuring all food items are stored safely and served according to menu specifications. Maintaining a hazard-free and sanitary environment in compliance with health and safety codes is essential. In addition, you will oversee inventory management, equipment maintenance logs, and completion of food safety and temperature logs with appropriate corrective actions. The role requires multitasking proficiency and the flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends for catered events.

As a mentor and trainer, the Food Service Supervisor supports the growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork of food service staff by providing guidance and performance evaluations. You will also fill in for absent employees as needed and help maintain communication between office and food service teams. This position emphasizes building good public relations and promoting a positive work culture.

Working at Aramark means joining a company that values skill development, adaptability, and a dedication to excellence. The Food Service Supervisor position offers extensive opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, making it ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments and who are passionate about food service and leadership. Join Aramark to ignite your passion for hospitality, contribute to outstanding customer experiences, and build a rewarding career with one of the world’s most respected food service providers.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
prior experience in food service or supervisory roles preferred
ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions
completion or willingness to complete a sanitation course
strong communication skills
ability to maintain emotional control under stress
basic arithmetic skills
ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a team environment
flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends
physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform lifting tasks

Job Qualifications

Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions
must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year
must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program
ability to perform basic arithmetic
maintain emotional control under stress
ability to resolve interpersonal situations
strong organizational skills

Job Duties

Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets
direct daily activities
maintain food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements
ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard-free environment
maintain all serving schedules
ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures
maintain a sanitary department following health and safety codes and regulations
maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis
may prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location
supervise and evaluate employees
counsel
promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork
maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment
train/mentor other food service workers
maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department
ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary
perform preventative maintenance checklist
recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility
proficiency in multi-tasking
perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program
must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary
maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time
be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events
attend food service meetings with staff
maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e-mail, phone calls, inter-office mail, etc)
may perform cashier duties as the need arises
promote good public relations