Food Service Director

Base Pay Range $60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr Job Description Food Service Director is a management position responsible for developing and executing dining solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. Oversees and manages dining operations where customers order prepared foods from a menu. Compensation Data The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000. This is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting. Benefits Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, work/life resources, retirement savings plans like 401(k), and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. No predetermined application window; the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, including Fair Chance Ordinances. Responsibilities Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize their contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching and managing performance. Ensure food services appropriately connect to the Executional Framework. Coach employees by creating a shared understanding of what needs to be achieved and how to execute. Reward and recognize employees. Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations. Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress. Adopt Aramark process and systems. Build revenue and manage budget, including cost controls regarding food, beverage and labor. Ensure the completion and maintenance of P&L statements. Achieve food and labor targets. Manage resources to ensure quality and cost control within budgetary guidelines. Implement and maintain Aramark agenda for labor and food initiatives. Create value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls and profit management. Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals, including food and labor. Direct and oversee operations related to production, distribution and food service. Maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees. Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including those relating to safety, health, wage and hour. Establish and maintain systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of food related products, as well as menu planning and development. Develop operational component forecasts and can explain variances; responsible for components accounting functions. Ensure that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met. Coordinate and supervise unit personnel regarding production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and employee training. Recruit, hire, develop and retain front line team. Conduct period inventory. Maintain records to comply with ARAMARK, government and accrediting agency standards. Interact with Client Management and maintain effective client and customer relations at all levels with client organization. May participate in sales process and negotiation of contracts. Look for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention. Manage the front of the house of the dining operation (Cafeteria/ Residential Dining Facility). Develop and implement food service plans aligned with the client’s mission and vision, to include sustainable practices. Adapt new skills and tasks as needed to meet commitments and may have new duties assigned without formal notice. Qualifications At least 4 years of experience. At least 1-3 years of experience in a management role. Previous experience in food service. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Strong communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport. Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard model. Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other departments. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. EEO Statement We believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr