Regional Food Service Director: Lead Operations & Client Relations

Archway Management; Mascoutah (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Management seeks a Regional Food Service Director to supervise multiple facilities across Illinois. You will provide leadership in operations, finances, human resources, and client relationships, while directly guiding Food Service Directors.

The role emphasizes budgeting, revenue growth, cost control, and adherence to federal/state requirements. You will train directors, audit performance, and engage with clients to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement across all sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience coordinating food service operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and guide teams.
• Strong initiative.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to travel frequently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all assigned facilities and provide leadership in operations, finances, HR and client relationships.
• Directly supervise Food Service Directors.
• Develop unit budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Assist with new business bids and program development.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality assurance and safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting / Financial planning

Client relationship management

Communication skills

HR policies

Auditing

Training & development

Travel frequently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related field

Tools

P&L understanding

MS Office

Job description

Archway Management seeks a Regional Food Service Director to supervise multiple facilities across Illinois. You will provide leadership in operations, finances, human resources, and client relationships, while directly guiding Food Service Directors.

The role emphasizes budgeting, revenue growth, cost control, and adherence to federal/state requirements. You will train directors, audit performance, and engage with clients to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement across all sites.