Job Description
LifeWorks Restaurant Group crafts thoughtful, chef-led dining and hospitality experiences designed around the people and places we serve. From the first conversation, our teams work as true partners with our clients, shaping everything from the design of a space to the way the experience comes to life. We craft thoughtful, elevated experiences that leave people more inspired, more connected, and genuinely cared for. LifeWorks Restaurant Group is part of Aramark's Workplace Experience Group. Learn more at lifeworksrestaurantgroup.com. Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group
The Food Service Director is a management position responsible for developing and executing dining solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. Oversees and manages dining operations where customers order prepared foods from a menu.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $90,000.00 to $100,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership
• Lead, mentor, engage and develop teams through recruiting, training, coaching and performance management.
• Ensure food service operations align with the Executional Framework.
• Coach employees to create a shared understanding of goals, expectations and execution.
• Recognize and reward employee contributions.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards are consistently maintained.
Client Relationship
• Identify client needs and effectively communicate operational progress.
• Build and maintain strong client and customer relationships at all levels.
• Identify opportunities for new products and services that support growth and client retention.
Financial Performance
• Adopt Aramark processes and systems.
• Build revenue and manage budgets, including food, beverage and labor costs.
• Complete and maintain P&L statements and operational forecasts; explain variances and manage accounting functions.
• Achieve food and labor targets while ensuring quality and cost control within budget guidelines.
Productivity & Operations
• Implement and maintain Aramark labor and food initiatives.
• Drive efficient operations, cost controls and profit management.
• Ensure compliance with Operational Excellence standards.
• Oversee food production, distribution and service operations.
• Establish procedures for ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving food products, including menu planning and development.
• Supervise production, merchandising, quality, cost control, labor management and employee training.
• Recruit, hire, develop and retain frontline team members.
• Conduct periodic inventory and maintain required operational records.
Compliance
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers and employees.
• Comply with Aramark, government and accrediting agency standards, including safety, health, sanitation, wage and hour requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
• Manage front-of-house dining operations, including cafeteria and residential dining facilities.
• Develop and implement food service plans aligned with the client’s mission and vision, including sustainable practices.
• Support the sales process and contract negotiations as needed.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done positively impacts our employees and customers. To meet our commitments, job duties may change or new responsibilities may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
• Requires at least 4 years of experience
• Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role
• Requires previous experience in food service
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service using Aramark's standard model
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other departments to a unified food service experience for all customers
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Education
About Aramark
LifeWorks Restaurant Group crafts thoughtful, chef-led dining and hospitality experiences designed around the people and places we serve. From the first conversation, our teams work as true partners with our clients, shaping everything from the design of a space to the way the experience comes to life. We craft thoughtful, elevated experiences that leave people more inspired, more connected, and genuinely cared for. LifeWorks Restaurant Group is part of Aramark's Workplace Experience Group. Learn more at lifeworksrestaurantgroup.com. Imagination Well Served. #LifeWorksRestaurantGroupHome - LifeWorks Restaurant Group
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.