Dining Services Operations Manager

Aramark Correctional Services; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to oversee dining locations and catering, and assist the General Manager in ensuring efficient operations. This role requires strong leadership to develop teams, manage client needs, and drive financial performance while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will lead front-of-house operations, coordinate with the Food Service Director, and ensure adherence to company processes and performance metrics to deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Leads and coaches teams to meet and exceed objectives.
• Builds and maintains strong client relationships and communication.
• Manages P&L and drives margin improvements through cost control.
• Ensures safe, compliant operations and sanitation standards.
• Directs daily operations to deliver quality dining experiences.
• Coordinates with Food Service Director on front-of-house operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the front of the house and dining operations in conjunction with the Food Service Director.
• Plan, direct and coordinate food service activities to deliver a finished product to the customer.
• Identify client needs and report progress and performance to client and management.
• Deliver client and company financial targets and maintain P&L statements.
• Maintain safety, health, wage-hour compliance, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure staff training and adherence to Aramark processes and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship

Financial Performance

Productivity

Compliance

Additional Responsibilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to oversee dining locations and catering, and assist the General Manager in ensuring efficient operations. This role requires strong leadership to develop teams, manage client needs, and drive financial performance while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will lead front-of-house operations, coordinate with the Food Service Director, and ensure adherence to company processes and performance metrics to deliver exceptional service.