Aramark

Area General Manager

Aramark$80K — $95K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Food Service Management, Hospitality, Business, Nutrition, or a related field.
  • Prior K-12/Student Nutrition experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience managing multiple food service operations or large-scale service environments.
  • Proven ability to lead through managers and develop high-performance teams.
  • Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
  • Excellent client relationship, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 70% of the time throughout the assigned region.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support Food Service Directors and leadership teams across multiple accounts.
  • Provide operational expertise and hands-on support for successful service execution.
  • Recruit and coach team members to maximize performance.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients across accounts.
  • Ensure high levels of satisfaction for clients, customers, and employees.
  • Manage financial performance, including revenue and profitability, across operations.
  • Oversee daily operations for service consistency and quality.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for leadership development and growth.
  • Dynamic work environment across various locations.
  • Collaboration with a diverse range of clients and teams.
  • Travel opportunities providing exposure to multiple operational settings.
Full Job Description
Area General Manager

Requisition ID: 679771

Location: ILLIOPOLIS, IL, USA 62539

Career Area: Food Service
Information at a Glance

Job Description

As an Area General Manager, you will plan, manage, and guide multiple contracted food service operations within an assigned portfolio of accounts to meet operating and financial goals, client objectives, and customer needs.

The Area General Manager provides leadership and operational oversight across multiple locations, ensuring consistent execution, client satisfaction, financial performance, and compliance with Aramark standards. This role partners closely with clients and site leadership teams to drive operational excellence and deliver results.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership
  • Lead, develop, and support Food Service Directors, managers, and leadership teams across multiple accounts.
  • Provide operational expertise and hands-on support to ensure successful execution of contracted services.
  • Recruit, coach, and manage performance to maximize team effectiveness.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, safety, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Client Relationships
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships across assigned accounts.
  • Identify client needs and communicate operational performance and solutions.
  • Ensure high levels of client, customer, and employee satisfaction.

Financial Performance
  • Manage the financial performance of multiple food service operations, including revenue, labor, food cost, and profitability.
  • Partner with Finance to develop budgets, forecasts, and operational plans.
  • Analyze performance metrics and implement actions to achieve financial targets and contractual commitments.

Operational Excellence
  • Oversee daily operations across multiple locations to ensure consistency in service, food quality, and execution.
  • Conduct regular site visits and operational reviews.
  • Implement process improvements that drive efficiency, productivity, and client satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with Operational Excellence standards and company initiatives.

Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with all client requirements and local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Maintain adherence to food safety, sanitation, safety, and Aramark policies and procedures.
  • Ensure all required operational records and reports are completed and maintained.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Food Service Management, Hospitality, Business, Nutrition, or a related field.
  • Prior K-12/Student Nutrition experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience leading multiple food service operations, accounts, or large-scale service environments.
  • Proven ability to lead through managers and develop high-performing teams.
  • Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
  • Strong client relationship, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in contract food service, hospitality, or related service industries preferred.
  • Ability and willingness to travel throughout the assigned region/portfolio approximately 70% of the time to support operations, clients, and team development.


This role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

About Aramark

Aramark provides food services, facilities management, and uniform and career apparel to health care institutions, universities and school districts, stadiums and arenas, and businesses around the world. ARAMARK’s position as a world leader in facility services stems from decades of experience and superior service in the diversified outsourcing industry. From their humble beginnings in 1936 at the helm of Davre Davidson and his peanut vending machines to our place — for the sixth time in nine years — at the top of Fortune magazine’s list of the “World’s Most Admired Companies,” ARAMARK has maintained an unwavering focus on providing world-class experiences, environments, and outcomes for their clients. At ARAMARK, they take care of buildings and infrastructure so that their customers can take care of their core business. They are proud to provide exceptional facility management services for 1,600 companies in 16,000 facilities — about 1.8 billion square feet worldwide. ARAMARK provides comprehensive facility service solutions that enable its clients to maximize safety, productivity, and reliability. Their success is the result of their steadfast commitment to service excellence. They pride themselves on delivering customizable, sustainable solutions in a wide range of facilities by working closely with their clients to achieve mutual goals. Self-performed services, ongoing client communication, performance metrics, and an environment of team learning and development enable us to perform beyond expectations in virtually every client engagement. Whatever the company’s facility needs, ARAMARK is here to consistently exceed the expectations for service excellence with the best people, the most innovative processes, and the latest technologies.

Aramark Careers

Join Aramark's vibrant team today and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. As a global leader in food, facilities, and uniform services, Aramark offers unparalleled job opportunities designed to enhance your professional growth and development. Work You’ll Do At Aramark, we are committed to fostering a culture of growth and innovation. Our team members are at the heart of our operations, providing essential services across various industries. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact every day. Aramark offers a wide range of employment opportunities, from frontline positions to executive roles, each contributing to our mission of delivering experiences that enrich and nourish lives. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, Aramark provides a path that will advance your career and expand your skills. Leadership and Development Step into a role that challenges you to be your best. Aramark’s leadership is committed to nurturing talents through robust training programs and diversity initiatives that ensure all team members are valued and have the opportunity to succeed. Our leadership training equips you with the tools necessary to lead with confidence and integrity. Innovation at Work Innovation is at the core of Aramark, where we continuously seek cutting-edge solutions to improve our services and operations. Engage in work that pushes the boundaries and leads to transformative outcomes, not just for our company but for the industries we serve. Join Our Team Explore the multitude of job opportunities at Aramark, where your career aspirations can take flight. We are actively hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to contribute to a team that celebrates diversity and is driven by excellence. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with an Aramark internship, where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. Our internships provide a foundation for learning and development, plus the opportunity to build professional networks that can be pivotal in your career journey. Benefits and Culture Aramark is dedicated to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside of work. Our culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and inclusivity, creating an environment where every employee can thrive. Stay Connected Search open positions that match your skills and interests on the Aramark Jobs portal. We look for passionate, solution-driven team players who are eager to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work at Aramark. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Aramark. Join Aramark today and be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation in everything we do. Your future starts here!
Learn more about Aramark
Size
248,300 employees
Market Cap
$10.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$688.5 million
Founded
1936
5 Year Trend
+2.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ

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