Traveling Food Service Director

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries worldwide. Rooted deeply in service and unified by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to make a significant and positive impact not only for its employees and customers but also for its partners, communities, and the planet. The company's commitment is reflected in its inclusive work environment, where equal employment opportunities are upheld, ensuring no discrimination based on factors such as race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. This progressive and employee-focused approach fosters a workplace where professional growth, skill development, and passion are encouraged and supported.

Aramark is currently seeking a Traveling Food Service Director to join its Healthcare+ West Region team. This dynamic role is vital for providing hands-on leadership and operational support across multiple acute care accounts throughout the western region of the United States. The Traveling Food Service Director position is unique as it requires 100% travel, with the incumbent providing on-site leadership primarily for vacant, transitioning, or challenging operations. Often serving as the senior-most leader at assigned accounts, this position plays a critical role in stabilizing and advancing food service operations within healthcare environments.

The core responsibility of this management position involves developing and executing dining solutions that meet the specific needs and preferences of customers while ensuring that operational excellence is maintained at every location. The role spans oversight and management of dining operations where customers select prepared foods from menus, with a focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Compensation for this role ranges between $90,000 and $95,000 annually, representing Aramark's good faith estimate of the pay range at the time of posting. Additionally, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), and paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits may vary based on location and are subject to legal requirements and employee eligibility.

This leadership role demands strong communication skills, the ability to swiftly assess and stabilize operations, and the capability to mentor and develop teams. The director will implement Aramark's operational systems and agenda aimed at labor and food cost efficiency, budget management, and profitability. They will also foster effective client and customer relationships by addressing client needs and regularly communicating operational progress. The position requires a proactive approach to compliance, ensuring all food service operations adhere strictly to safety, health, and regulatory standards.

Travel flexibility is essential for this position as the director will cover numerous sites across the West Region with varying lengths of assignments. The ability to act as the senior onsite leader in diverse, sometimes unfamiliar environments by demonstrating sound judgment and leadership presence is crucial.

At Aramark, the Traveling Food Service Director will contribute to shaping positive dining experiences for healthcare clients and patients while promoting sustainable food service practices aligned with client missions and visions. The role offers valuable opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful difference in food service management within acute care healthcare settings.