Dining Services Manager — Lead Operations & Client Success

Aramark; Buckeye (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, develop teams, and ensure exceptional service for clients and customers. This role emphasizes coaching, safety, and adherence to company standards across the operation.

The position focuses on driving performance through strong client communication, P&L stewardship, and cost controls while maintaining quality and compliance in a dynamic dining environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people development
• Strong client relationship skills
• Financial accountability and budget awareness
• Operational efficiency and cost controls
• Compliance with safety, wage and hour policies
• Team supervision and cross-department collaboration

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop dining teams using coaching methods to maximize performance.
• Identify client needs and report on operational progress to stakeholders.
• Manage P&L responsibilities and drive financial targets and margins.
• Drive productivity through cost controls and labor optimization while maintaining quality.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Oversee front-of-house dining operations and coordinate with the Food Service Director.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Financial management

Operational excellence

Compliance

Team supervision

Sanitation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations, develop teams, and ensure exceptional service for clients and customers. This role emphasizes coaching, safety, and adherence to company standards across the operation.

The position focuses on driving performance through strong client communication, P&L stewardship, and cost controls while maintaining quality and compliance in a dynamic dining environment.