Aramark

Food Service Director

Aramark$92K — $98K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in food service or hospitality management required.
  • 1-3 years of management experience preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience necessary.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
  • Experience in catering and event planning preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute dining and hospitality service solutions.
  • Recruit and train front-of-house teams for various operations.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
  • Oversee reception and hospitality services to enhance guest experiences.
  • Manage budgets and financial performance for food and beverage operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plans such as 401(k).
  • Paid time off including parental leave.
  • Additional work/life resources available.
Full Job Description
Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $92,000.00 to $98,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's 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, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, 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 all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Description

The Food Service & Hospitality Director is a management position responsible for developing and executing exceptional hospitality, dining, and workplace service solutions that meet customer and client needs. This role oversees all food and beverage operations, including catering, business dining, hospitality services, reception/concierge functions, barista operations, and special events. The Food Service & Hospitality Director is responsible for creating a welcoming, service-driven environment while driving operational excellence, innovation, financial performance, and memorable guest experiences.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong hospitality mindset, creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for developing new service offerings that enhance the client and guest experience.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop front-of-house teams across dining, hospitality, reception/concierge, barista, and catering operations.
  • Foster a culture of hospitality excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure safety, sanitation, and service standards are consistently maintained.

Hospitality & Guest Experience
  • Oversee reception/concierge services, coffee bars, dining facilities, and catered events to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
  • Develop and implement service standards aligned with client culture and workplace experience goals.
  • Champion sustainable practices and drive innovation through creative programming and seasonal initiatives.

Client Relationships
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on food service, hospitality, and event planning.
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with client leadership and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Participate in sales processes and contract negotiations as appropriate.

Financial Performance
  • Manage budgets, P&L statements, and cost controls across food, beverage, labor, and hospitality programs.
  • Identify entrepreneurial opportunities to expand services, increase revenue, and improve customer engagement.

Event Planning, Catering & Business Dining
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, VIP visits, conferences, and business dining experiences.
  • Manage menu development, event logistics, staffing, and post-event evaluation.

Compliance & Operations
  • Maintain systems for ordering, receiving, storing, preparing, and serving food products, including menu planning.
  • Comply with all Aramark, government, and accrediting agency policies, including safety, sanitation, and wage and hour requirements.
  • Conduct periodic inventories and maintain accurate operational records.

Additional Responsibilities
  • Manage the front-of-house operations, including café dining facility, reception/concierge services, coffee bars, catering, and business dining programs.
  • Develop and implement food service and hospitality plans aligned with the client's mission, vision, culture, and workplace experience goals.
  • Lead special projects designed to elevate workplace hospitality and employee experience.
  • Champion sustainable practices across food service, events, catering, and hospitality operations.
  • Foster an entrepreneurial mindset by continuously identifying opportunities to enhance services, improve efficiencies, increase participation, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.


Qualifications

  • Requires at least 4 years of experience.
  • Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role.
  • Requires previous experience in food service, hospitality management, catering, workplace services, hotel operations, or related fields.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer relationships.
  • Ability to demonstrate exceptional hospitality and customer service using Aramark's standard model.
  • Experience overseeing reception/concierge services, catering, business dining, event planning, or barista operations preferred.
  • Proven ability to think creatively, drive innovation, and identify entrepreneurial opportunities that enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to maintain effective partnerships with other departments to create a unified hospitality and workplace experience.
  • Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.


Education

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
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