Food Service Operations Manager

Company: Aramark Corporation
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAramark Healthcare+ is seeking a Food Service Operations Manager for Children's National at Bunker Hill Road in Washington D.C.Responsible for the daily clinical and retail dietary operations of a 40-bed rehabilitation facility. Utilize management skills to develop and execute dining solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $65-75K. 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 .
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 ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:
--- Recruit, assign, coach, schedule, develop, and evaluate staff.
--- Conduct regular staff meetings to align with company goals.
--- Supervise staff to ensure timely and accurate department functions.
--- Resolve employee relations issues and grievances.
--- Maintain time and attendance records.
--- Develop menus for cafeteria, catering, and patient food service.
--- Sample and evaluate foods for patients daily, adhering to dietary guidelines.
--- Prepare all hot and cold foods, ensuring high quality and adherence to food handling and sanitation procedures.
--- Schedule food production, coordinate purchasing, pre-prep, and service.
--- Prepare, utilize, complete, and file production records accurately.
--- Maintain skills, licensure, regulatory requirements, and credentials.
--- Review and update policies and procedures related to nutritional services.
--- Assist in developing and accomplishing department quality goals.
--- Provide nutrition expertise and education to staff.
--- Participate in in-service education programs and quality assurance activities.
--- Coordinate nutrition screening of patients and develop cycle menus.
--- Check tray line and final trays before delivery.
--- Interface with patients to obtain diet and nutrition information.
--- Conduct meal rounds to assess patient satisfaction.
--- Maintain patient diet records according to necessary record retention.
--- Perform tray line audits and monitor food quality, temperature, and accuracy.
--- Build revenue and manage budget for food, beverage, and labor.
--- Implement and maintain GM agenda for food and labor initiatives.
--- Adopt all Aramark processes and systems.
Skills:
--- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification required.
--- Diet and Nutrition Technician, Registered (DTR) certification appreciated.
--- Strong budget acuity.
--- Strong leadership and team management skills.
--- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
--- Proficiency in food production software and budget management.
--- Knowledge of dietary guidelines and food handling procedures.
Qualifications
--- Certified Dietary Manager, certification
--- Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (preferred)

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in the related field.
• Requires High School diploma andequivalent experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must be able to work efficiently and independently
• Requires ability to solve unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business in both the short and long term.
• Must have the ability to multi-task, as success in this role will be defined as being able to think quickly and adjust/adapt as necessary to accomplish goals.
• Excellent leadership and, assisting the team on inquiries and concerns, as well as resolving production complaints.
• Ability to respond quickly to changing demands.
• Strong customer service principles and practices are required.
• Must have the ability to influence without having direct authority.
• The ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders, to include various levels#FS-100About AramarkOur MissionRooted 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 AramarkThe 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 ator connect with us on,and.
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