Aramark

Regional Director of Operations

Aramark$100K — $130K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years of leadership experience in relevant multi-site operations
  • Experience managing multi-property or district operations
  • Strong financial management skills, including P&L responsibility
  • Proven ability to lead and develop large teams
  • Background in culinary, hospitality, or environmental services operations
  • Strong client relationship management and communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead operational performance across multiple senior living communities
  • Provide leadership and oversight for 8-10 communities
  • Coach and develop site leadership teams for service excellence
  • Maintain strong client relationships aligning with operational expectations
  • Oversee financial performance and P&L accountability
  • Drive productivity improvements and operational consistency
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Benefits

  • Supportive regional leadership role in senior living
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Work closely with community leadership and stakeholders
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making processes
  • Travel opportunities across vibrant communities in Houston and San Antonio
Full Job Description
Job Description

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is seeking a Regional Director of Operations to oversee multi-site operations across a portfolio of senior living communities in the Houston and San Antonio region. This senior leadership role provides operational oversight for 8-10 communities supporting both culinary and environmental services (EVS) operations within Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) and senior living environments. The Regional Director of Operations is responsible for delivering strong operational performance, consistent hospitality standards, and positive client relationships across the region. The role partners closely with community leadership and client stakeholders to ensure each location delivers exceptional service to residents while maintaining operational discipline and financial performance. This position reports directly to the Market Vice President of Operations and provides leadership to approximately 15-20 managers and operational leaders across the district. Success in this role requires a proven leader with multi-site hospitality or food service leadership experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to lead high-performing teams across multiple locations.

The role requires 60-70% travel to communities throughout the region.

Job Responsibilities

What You'll Do

Lead operational performance across a portfolio of senior living communities while supporting culinary and environmental services operations. Partner with client leadership, develop site leadership teams, and drive financial performance, service excellence, and operational consistency across the region.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and operational oversight for 8-10 senior living communities across the market.
• Lead and support a team of 15-20 managers and operational leaders.
• Coach and develop site leadership teams to drive service excellence.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure alignment with operational expectations.
• Oversee district financial performance including P&L; accountability.
• Drive productivity improvements and operational consistency across all sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications
• 5-10+ years of leadership experience in multi-site operations, hospitality operations, food service operations, healthcare services, or senior living operations
• Experience managing multi-property or district operations
• Strong financial management skills including P&L; responsibility
• Experience leading large teams and developing managers
• Experience overseeing culinary, hospitality, or environmental services operations
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or related field preferred

Work Environment
Regional leadership role supporting communities primarily throughout the Houston and San Antonio regions
60-70% travel required to support multiple community locations.
Reports directly to the Market Vice President of Operations.

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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