Aramark

Food Service Director

Aramark$80K — $90K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in food service management.
  • 1-3 years of direct management experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to build effective client and customer relationships.
  • Capability to deliver exceptional customer service based on Aramark's standards.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long durations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire a team to enhance performance and engagement.
  • Oversee dining operations, ensuring alignment with Aramark's standards.
  • Build and manage budgets, focusing on cost efficiency and revenue growth.
  • Implement operational procedures to ensure safety and quality.
  • Maintain effective client relationships and communicate operational progress.
  • Recruit, train, and retain team members for optimal service delivery.
  • Identify opportunities for new products to increase sales and client satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement savings plans including 401(k).
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Work/life resources and support services.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking a Food Service Director to join their team at Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital in Medina, OH. The 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

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $80,000.00 to 90,000.00. 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 Responsibilities

  • Leadership
    • Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize their contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching and managing performance
    • Ensure food services appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
    • Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how to execute
    • Reward and recognize employees
    • Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
    Client Relationship
    • Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress
    Financial Performance
    • 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
    Productivity
    • Implement and maintain Aramark agenda for both 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
    Compliance
    • Maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees
    • Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour
    Key Responsibilities
    • 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
    • Develops operational component forecasts and can explain variances. Responsible for components accounting functions.
    • Ensures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are met
    • Coordinates and supervises unit personnel regarding production, merchandising, quality and cost control, labor management and employee training
    • Recruits, hires, develops and retains front line team.
    • Conducts period inventory
    • Maintains records to comply with ARAMARK, government and accrediting agency standards
    • Interacts with Client Management and maintains effective client and customer relations at all levels with client organization
    • May participate in sales process and negotiation of contracts
    • Looks for opportunities to implement new products and services which support sales growth and client retention
    Additional Responsibilities
    • 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
    At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.


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
• Bachelor's degree preffered or equivalent experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard model
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other departments to a unified food service experience for all customers
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

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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