Culinary Operations Manager

ARAMARK; Owenton (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, develop solutions to meet customer needs, and supervise teams in the cafeteria setting. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and high service standards while managing production, quality, and cost controls.

You will coach staff, align with client goals, monitor P&L, and drive improvements in margins. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, at least one year in a management role, and strong customer

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of experience
• Requires at least 1 year of experience in a management role
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain effective client and customer rapport
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard service model
• Ability to collaborate with other departments for a unified food service experience
• Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lb
• Must be able to stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Use Aramark's coaching model to engage and develop team members to their fullest potential
• Reward and recognize employees; ensure performance meets client expectations
• Plan and lead daily team briefings; maintain safety and sanitation standards
• Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
• Ensure completion and maintenance of P&L statements; deliver financial targets
• Adopt Aramark processes, analyze data, and improve margins through cost levers
• Drive value through efficient operations, cost controls, and profit management
• Lead front-of-house dining operations in collaboration with the Food Service Director
• Direct and coordinate activities to deliver a finished product to the customer
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment; comply with safety, health, wage, and hour policies

Skills

Food Service Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, develop solutions to meet customer needs, and supervise teams in the cafeteria setting. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and high service standards while managing production, quality, and cost controls.

You will coach staff, align with client goals, monitor P&L, and drive improvements in margins. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, at least one year in a management role, and strong customer