Food Service Director — Lead Dining Operations & Teams

Aramark Corporation; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Director to lead and optimize dining operations, delivering customer-focused menus and services. The role covers supervision, client liaison, cost controls, and compliance with safety standards.

The selected candidate will drive revenue growth, oversee labor and food costs, and ensure high-quality service across the facility, while upholding Aramark's standards and policies. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of experience.
• Requires 1-3 years of experience in a management role.
• Previous experience in food service.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication and client rapport skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams to maximize contributions, including recruiting, assessing, training, coaching and managing performance.
• Ensure food services appropriately connects to the Executional Framework.
• Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how to execute.
• Reward and recognize employees.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations.
• Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress.
• Adopt Aramark process and systems; Build revenue and manage budget, including food, beverage and labor costs.
• Ensure completion and maintenance of P&L statements; Achieve food and labor targets.
• Manage resources to ensure quality and cost control within budgetary guidelines.
• Implement and maintain Aramark agenda for both labor and food initiatives; Create value through efficient operations and profit management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Director to lead and optimize dining operations, delivering customer-focused menus and services. The role covers supervision, client liaison, cost controls, and compliance with safety standards.

The selected candidate will drive revenue growth, oversee labor and food costs, and ensure high-quality service across the facility, while upholding Aramark's standards and policies. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.