Aramark

Food Service Operations Manager

Aramark$95K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years in food service, hospitality, or healthcare support services required.
  • Experience with payroll administration and workforce scheduling.
  • Strong background in accounting and financial processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word essential.
  • Ability to manage priorities in a high-volume setting.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of food service, ensuring smooth administrative activities.
  • Manage payroll and ensure accurate processing for over 100 employees.
  • Supervise labor tracking and workforce scheduling to meet operational demands.
  • Handle invoice processing, cash management, and account reconciliations.
  • Prepare financial reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
  • Initiate quality improvement efforts to maintain compliance with standards.
  • Support staffing, training, and resource planning activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement savings plans like 401(k).
  • Generous paid time off including parental leave.
  • Disability coverage and additional work-life resources.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an experienced Food Service Operations Manager to join our team at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, California.

The Food Service Operations Manager is responsible for leading operational and administrative functions that support a high-volume healthcare food service operation. This role leverages established processes and procedures to maximize productivity, ensure accurate payroll and financial administration, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional service to patients, guests, and clients. Responsibilities include overseeing payroll for a large employee population, workforce scheduling, invoice processing, cash handling, financial reporting, labor management, document control, and other business operations functions while maintaining compliance with company, client, and union requirements.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $95,000.00 to $115,000.00. 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

Job Responsibilities

  • Monitor and drive day-to-day administrative and operational activities supporting food service operations.
  • Manage payroll for a workforce of 100+ employees using company software systems, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Oversee workforce scheduling, labor tracking, and related reporting to support operational needs.
  • Manage invoice processing, cash handling, account reconciliation activities, and other business office functions.
  • Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly financial and operational reports.
  • Manage quality improvement initiatives for areas of responsibility and ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and client standards.
  • Support staffing processes, employee training coordination, and resource planning activities.
  • Lead document management activities to ensure policies and procedures are followed and practices comply with applicable regulations and labor agreements.
  • Collaborate with leadership to monitor budgets, control labor costs, and support financial performance objectives.
  • Maintain compliance with company, client, healthcare, and union requirements.


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

  • At least 3-5 years of experience in food service, hospitality, healthcare support services, or a similar operational environment.
  • Demonstrated experience managing payroll administration, workforce scheduling, labor reporting, and financial reporting.
  • Strong accounting and financial administration background, including invoice processing, payroll reconciliation, and cash handling.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required.
  • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Ability to solve complex operational issues and make sound business decisions.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to build relationships, influence others, and drive results without direct supervisory authority.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment strongly preferred.
  • Food service operations experience required; healthcare food service experience preferred.
  • Experience using payroll systems and business operations software is required.

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

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Aramark

More Food & Beverages Jobs

Find similar Food Service Operations Manager jobs: