Regional Food Service Manager

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to enriching and nourishing communities through innovative and sustainable solutions. Established with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Aramark operates across various sectors including education, healthcare, business, sports, and leisure. The company fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees are empowered and respected regardless of their background or characteristics. Aramark's corporate philosophy emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities and no discrimination based on protected factors by law. Known for its forward-thinking approach, Aramark also offers dynamic career growth opportunities, internships, and training programs that help employees hone their expertise and advance their careers.

The Regional Food Service Manager role at Aramark is a pivotal position responsible for leading and overseeing food service operations within a specified region. This role focuses on creating and implementing dining solutions tailored to patron preferences, managing the dining environments, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. The manager directs the team responsible for delivering menu-based orders efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and sanitation. Utilizing Aramark’s coaching model, the Regional Food Service Manager engages and develops team members to their fullest potential, rewarding outstanding performance and ensuring the team meets the company’s and clients’ objectives. The role is heavily client-facing as it demands identifying client needs, communicating operational updates, and continuously improving service delivery.

Financial management is another crucial aspect of the position, as the manager is accountable for the preparation and maintenance of profit and loss (P&L) statements, ensuring the achievement of client and company financial targets, and adhering to operational excellence fundamentals such as food and labor cost controls. The manager ensures that all team members are trained and compliant with these standards. Moreover, compliance with safety and health guidelines is essential to foster a secure environment for clients, customers, and employees. The job also includes supervising production, quality control, and operational compliance. The role is suited for candidates with at least one year of supervisory experience and prefers those with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience. Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding customer service capabilities aligned with Aramark's service methodology, and the physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and prolonged standing are necessary. The position offers the prospect of being part of a renowned, innovative company that values employee growth, offers flexible work options in some departments, and invests in ongoing professional development programs.