School Dining Director: Lead Teams & Elevate Student Meals

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Student Nutrition seeks a Food Service Director to oversee dining operations across school nutrition programs. You will lead teams, manage menus, budgets and labor, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences for students and staff.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, client communication, and fiscal accountability, with opportunities to implement new programs and collaborate with schools to improve nutrition education and

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of experience in food service management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client rapport.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop dining service teams.
• Manage budget, food, beverage, and labor costs.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with policies.
• Coordinate production, distribution, and service operations.
• Maintain client relationships and communicate progress.
• Recruit, hire, and retain front line staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aramark Student Nutrition seeks a Food Service Director to oversee dining operations across school nutrition programs. You will lead teams, manage menus, budgets and labor, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences for students and staff.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, client communication, and fiscal accountability, with opportunities to implement new programs and collaborate with schools to improve nutrition education and