Retail - Location Manager

Aramark is a leading global provider of food, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a mission deeply rooted in service and a commitment to doing great things for employees, partners, communities, and the planet, Aramark stands out as a company that not only offers employment but also promotes career development, talent growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Established as a community-focused organization, Aramark emphasizes equal employment opportunities and inclusivity, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or protected veteran status. This inclusive culture facilitates a dynamic environment where employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential and contribute meaningfully to their roles and communities.

The Food Retail Brand Location Manager position at Aramark is a strategic role dedicated to developing and executing innovative dining solutions that cater to diverse customer needs and preferences. This salaried position offers compensation in the range of $73,000 to $77,000, reflecting the company’s good faith estimate of competitive pay for this role. The role centers around managing dining operations where customers purchase prepared foods from a menu, requiring strong leadership, operational oversight, and customer service skills. As a Food Retail Brand Location Manager, you will oversee not only the front-of-house operations in cafeterias, food courts, and quick service restaurants but also back-of-house procedures including food preparation, ordering, inventory, and safety compliance.

A vital part of the role involves leveraging Aramark's coaching model to mentor and develop team members, enabling them to perform at their best and fulfill their potential. The manager will ensure that both individual and team performances align with organizational objectives and client expectations, maintaining effective client and customer relationships to promote business growth. In addition, the role demands strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards ensuring a clean, safe, and high-quality dining environment.

Operational excellence is a cornerstone of the position. You will be responsible for managing profit and loss statements, achieving financial targets, implementing cost control measures, and improving operational margins through data analysis and strategic decision-making. The manager is expected to adopt Aramark’s systems and processes fully, educate teams on key performance indicators, and maintain food and labor initiatives. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, training, disciplining, reviewing performances, and determining pay increases of team members.

Your role will also involve coordinating with internal departments, interface with vendors, and engage key service users within the client organization to streamline operations and enhance the dining experience. Furthermore, you will contribute to menu planning and food product management while ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety protocols. The Food Retail Brand Location Manager is integral to creating a value-driven, efficient operation that enhances service quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability within their assigned location.

In summary, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a respected multinational company recognized for fostering employee growth and delivering exceptional food services. It is ideal for candidates with strong leadership ability, retail experience, financial acumen, and a passion for customer service in a dynamic food retail environment.