Director of Food Service Operations Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Aramark Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Food Service Operations to join our team at Aramark in Chicago, IL.

As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our products and services meets or exceeds customer expectations.

This opportunity will focus on developing team members, identifying ways to increase the quality of customer service, and implementing best practices across all levels.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain and follow all wage & hour compliance for local employees
  • Conduct all required new hire paperwork and maintain employee files for employees on-site
  • Coordinate payroll functions and check distribution
  • Assist leadership on special projects
  • Develops and maintains client relationships to grow base business and improve retention of account base
  • Accountable for business reviews and key interactions with key clients within the local market
  • Reviews and analyzes business performance using plan data and recommends decisions/approaches to address key operational opportunities and levers, including route sales growth optimization, pricing actions, product inventory, waste reduction, and labor costs, which would positively impact the business
  • Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and counseling management staff and front-line personnel to provide ongoing support and development
  • Optimize core processes and positively influence client relationships and business opportunities
  • Owns and fosters effective communication at all levels of the organization
  • Ensures daily operations are maintained as scheduled
Requirements
  • At least five years? experience in operations management in a related field
  • Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • High energy level that is communicated to the team and exhibits a proven track record for growing business
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written)
  • Ability to lead in a diverse environment with a focus on client and guest service
  • Candidates must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

The estimated salary for this role is $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience.


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