Dining Services Manager: Lead Operations & Service

Aramark; Larned (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations and deliver customer-focused dining solutions. You will manage daily activities, coordinate team development, and ensure adherence to safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

The role emphasizes coaching, client communication, and achieving financial targets while maintaining high service levels across cafeteria and residential dining facilities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a management role.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Ability to build client relationships and meet client expectations.
• Ability to stand and lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members using Aramark coaching model.
• Reward and recognize employees.
• Ensure team performance meets objectives and client expectations.
• Plan and lead daily team briefings.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations.
• Identify client needs and communicate progress.
• Manage P&L statements and deliver financial targets.
• Adopt Aramark processes and educate teams on performance levers.
• Ensure operations are efficient with cost controls and profit management.
• Lead front-of-house dining operations in collaboration with the Food Service Director.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Client rapport

Team leadership

Employee development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations and deliver customer-focused dining solutions. You will manage daily activities, coordinate team development, and ensure adherence to safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

The role emphasizes coaching, client communication, and achieving financial targets while maintaining high service levels across cafeteria and residential dining facilities.