Dining Services Director: Lead Operations & Team Growth

Aramark

Kentucky

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Director to lead dining operations, develop menus, and ensure service excellence across client locations. You will manage teams, budgets, quality, and compliance while driving client satisfaction and revenue growth.

Strong leadership and a commitment to safety are essential. The role requires 4+ years in food service, 1–3 years in management, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and client

Qualifications

  • Requires at least 4 years of experience in food service.
  • Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role.
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships.
  • Ability to maintain high standards of customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor and develop teams to maximize contributions and manage performance.
  • Oversee and manage dining operations with menu-based service delivery.
  • Identify client needs and communicate operational progress effectively.
  • Build revenue, manage budget and implement cost controls on food, beverage and labor.
  • Ensure safety, sanitation and compliance across all operations.
  • Direct and supervise production, distribution and front-of-house activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills
Client rapport development
Customer service excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Director to lead dining operations, develop menus, and ensure service excellence across client locations. You will manage teams, budgets, quality, and compliance while driving client satisfaction and revenue growth.

Strong leadership and a commitment to safety are essential. The role requires 4+ years in food service, 1–3 years in management, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and client

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