Front-of-House Food Service Manager

Aramark Correctional Services; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations and drive team development in a correctional dining environment. You will oversee menu-based service, ensure safety and sanitation, and work to meet client expectations while controlling costs.

This role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and effective collaboration with other departments to deliver a high-quality, compliant food service experience for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of experience.
• Requires at least 1 year of experience in a management role.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain client and customer rapport.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service using Aramark's service model.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments for a unified food service experience.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lb and extended standing.

Responsibilities

• Use Aramark coaching model to engage and develop team members to their fullest potential.
• Reward and recognize employees.
• Ensure individual and 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 operational progress.
• Maintain P&L statements and deliver client and company financial targets.
• Adopt Aramark processes and educate teams on margins.
• Bring value through efficient operations and cost controls.
• Follow Operational Excellence fundamentals for food and labor initiatives.
• Ensure the team is trained and able to implement.
• Supervise team regarding production, quality and control.
• Lead front of house in conjunction with the Food Service Director.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate food service activities to deliver the finished product.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Financial acumen

Operations management

Food service

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Service Manager to lead dining operations and drive team development in a correctional dining environment. You will oversee menu-based service, ensure safety and sanitation, and work to meet client expectations while controlling costs.

This role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and effective collaboration with other departments to deliver a high-quality, compliant food service experience for residents and staff.