Title:  Sustainability Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for a sustainability professional who is enthusiastic and motivated to design and implement solutions in campus dining operations with students, faculty and staff. This position plays a vital role in implementation of Aramark’s Be Well. Do Well. Sustainability plan as well supporting our campus sustainability efforts and serving as a
liaison to the campus community.

In alignment with the University’s sustainability priorities and Be Well. Do Well., the Sustainability Manager will work with field operations teams to implement standard operating sustainability procedures and practices in the areas of responsible and local sourcing, efficient operations, and waste minimization. They will manage the overall sustainability program for dining operations, and work with the onsite marketing team to communicate results. The position directly contributes to sales growth, market penetration, and customer satisfaction. This person will educate the Dining team and the campus community on sustainability concepts, frameworks and programs and how these programs impact people and planet.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000. 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 applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive waste minimization strategy & program
• Establish partnerships with local growers/producers
• Work with operations team on energy and water conservation, including green building elements
• Serve as department liaison to campus and external community for sustainability-related efforts
• Engage dining team to develop, implement, and manage campus sustainability solutions as well as to evaluate effectiveness of program/project/functions
• Prepare budget proposals, recommendations, and approvals
• Maintain effective client and customer rapport. Identify client needs
• Supervise, lead, train and monitor activities of dining services staff, and student workers
• Partner with Marketing team and university partners, create sustainability marketing and education awareness campaigns and events
• Oversee development & facilitation of online content, workshops, meetings, or conferences
• Align and engage strategies with Aramark’s Be Well. Do Well. Sustainability plan
• Coordinate and collaborate with subject matter experts, enterprise team, and others
• Participate in monthly sustainability filed team calls & community of practice with other managers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field & 3-5 years of related experience; or any equivalating combination of education and/or experience.
• Must possess the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management & build a strong team & client relations.
• Possessing the ability to influence complex decision-making processes
• Superior written & verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience organizing & coordinating projects
• Demonstrated experience with operations budgets and expenses
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules that may include evenings and weekends.
• Possess passion for sustainability efforts

Education

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.