Retail Food Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States Aramark Full time

Position Overview
As a management professional, you will be tasked with creating and implementing dining solutions that cater to customer preferences and requirements. You will oversee and direct food service operations where patrons select meals from a curated menu.


Key Responsibilities
  • Utilize Aramark's coaching framework to inspire and cultivate team members to achieve their maximum potential.
  • Ensure that both individual and team performance align with established objectives and client expectations.
  • Maintain safety and sanitation standards across all operational areas.
  • Foster effective relationships with clients and customers to promote mutually beneficial business interactions.
  • Identify client needs and provide updates on operational progress.
  • Oversee the preparation and maintenance of profit and loss statements.
  • Achieve financial targets set by both the client and the company.
  • Implement Aramark processes and systems, understand performance metrics, and educate teams on key strategies to enhance profit margins.
  • Drive value through streamlined operations, effective cost management, and profit oversight.
  • Adhere to Operational Excellence principles by fulfilling food and labor initiatives.
  • Ensure comprehensive training for the entire team to enable effective execution of tasks.
  • Supervise team activities related to production, quality, and control.
  • Uphold a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers, and staff.
  • Be primarily accountable for food service at a designated retail food venue.
  • Assist management in establishing and maintaining systems for ordering, receiving, storing, preparing, and serving food and related products, along with menu planning and development.
  • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety requirements in all relevant areas.
  • Directly supervise multiple employees, with responsibilities including hiring, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, and initiating pay increases.
  • Assist in location forecasting and financial accounting.
  • Conduct periodic inventory checks and maintain records to meet Aramark, governmental, and accrediting agency standards.
  • Coordinate activities with other internal departments.
  • Engage with vendors and key service users within the client organization.
  • Manage Front of House operations, including Cafeteria, Food Court, and Quick Service dining.
  • Develop and execute retail service strategies to enhance service quality and profitability.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with other departments to deliver a cohesive retail experience for customers.

Qualifications
To be considered for this role, candidates should possess:

  • A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a management capacity.
  • Prior experience in a retail environment.
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Strong communication abilities.
  • Capability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • The ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Demonstrated excellence in customer service in line with Aramark's service standards.

About Aramark
Our mission is rooted in service and united by our purpose; we strive to make a positive impact for our employees, partners, communities, and the planet. We believe that every employee should have equal opportunities and the freedom to engage in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The Aramark team proudly serves millions of guests daily through food and facilities across 15 countries worldwide. We are committed to helping you develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth.


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