Title:  Vice President, Operations - Refreshments - South Region

Lead Boldly. Operate Strategically. Grow Exceptionally.

Are you a visionary operations leader ready to shape the future of a high-performing region? We’re seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations (VPO) to oversee multiple Market Centers across our South Region. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned executive who thrives on driving operational excellence, inspiring teams, and delivering exceptional client experiences.

As VPO, you’ll be the architect of growth and efficiency—galvanizing teams under a unified strategy, optimizing performance, and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and expansion. You’ll work cross-functionally to elevate service delivery, enhance profitability, and ensure long-term client retention.

What You’ll Do

• Own the Business: Lead all aspects of regional operations with full P&L accountability.
• Drive Growth: Expand revenue through strategic client partnerships and exceptional service delivery.
• Shape Strategy: Develop and execute short- and long-term operational strategies aligned with business goals.
• Inspire Teams: Build and lead a high-performing, empowered team culture focused on results and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Sales, HR, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Compliance to drive integrated success.
• Lead Change: Champion innovation and process transformation across a dispersed, multi-site organization.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 10–12+ years of progressive leadership experience with full P&L responsibility—ideally in food or retail services.
• Proven success in managing complex client relationships and leading large, distributed teams.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and project management capabilities.
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to influence at all levels—from frontline to C-suite.
• Track record of building talent pipelines and fostering a culture of development and innovation.
• Must reside in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, or Georgia

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Agility: Decisive, data-driven, and insightful in solving complex challenges.
• Inspiring Others: Motivates teams to embrace change and perform at their best.
• Accountability for Excellence: Energetic, action-oriented, and focused on outcomes.
• Impact & Influence: Builds trust, sets clear goals, and drives performance through others.
• Organizational Savvy: Navigates complexity with agility and presents ideas with clarity and conviction.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.