Dining Services Manager: Lead Front-of-House Excellence

Aramark Correctional Services; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services is hiring a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, staffing, and client relations in a correctional setting. You will develop teams, manage quality and cost, and ensure compliance with safety standards while delivering a positive guest experience.

The role emphasizes coaching, cost controls, and delivering client targets through strong leadership and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in management or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain client rapport and operate under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop dining teams using coaching model; recognize performance.
• Identify client needs and communicate progress with stakeholders.
• Manage P&L; meet financial targets and margins with data-driven insights.
• Drive efficient operations with food and labor controls.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Oversee front-of-house dining operations and coordinate with the Food Service Director.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

People management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services is hiring a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, staffing, and client relations in a correctional setting. You will develop teams, manage quality and cost, and ensure compliance with safety standards while delivering a positive guest experience.

The role emphasizes coaching, cost controls, and delivering client targets through strong leadership and teamwork across departments.