Operations Manager

Job summary

The Operations Manager oversees daily food service operations, including team leadership, budget management, and inventory control. They ensure compliance with food safety and health standards while delivering high-quality service to students, staff, and visitors.

Job details

Job Description Trinity College is seeking an Operations and Food Services Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of its food service operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for service quality, team leadership, budget management, and ensuring compliance with food safety, health, and workplace safety standards. This individual will play a key role in enhancing the daily experience of students, staff, and visitors by maintaining a welcoming, efficient, and high-quality food service environment. What We Offer Annual salary of $60,000 to $65,000, based on experience. Primarily daytime schedule, supporting work-life balance. A dynamic and rewarding educational environment. A collaborative and supportive team culture. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Job Responsibilities Oversee all daily food service operations. Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards. Lead, coach, and develop team members. Participate in staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management. Prepare work schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels. Manage inventory, purchasing, and receiving of supplies. Monitor food costs, labor costs, and operational expenses. Oversee cash handling and revenue tracking. Prepare reports and monitor operational performance indicators. Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs as required. Deliver a high level of customer service to students, staff, and visitors. Work closely with school leadership to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations management, food service, cafeteria management, or a related field. Proven experience supervising and leading teams. Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and inventory management. Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills. Strong leadership abilities with a customer-focused approach. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications. Knowledge of health and safety regulations and food safety practices. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French; English is considered an asset. What We Offer You Time to Recharge: Three weeks of paid vacation for all new salaried hires, plus 3 personal/flex days dedicated to your mental health and well-being. Comprehensive Health Benefits (No Waiting Period!): From day one, enjoy coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, massage therapy, and more—because your health matters. Future Security: A Self-Directed Pension Plan where every dollar you contribute is matched with two by Aramark—helping you grow your retirement savings faster. Well-Being Support: Access Aramark’s Employee Assistance Program for confidential resources and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Inclusive Community: Be part of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where we celebrate diversity, build connections, and support one another. Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on everyday products and services to make life more affordable. Continuous Learning: Benefit from Educational Assistance to support your growth, plus scholarships for your children entering post-secondary studies. Career Growth: Clear career path planning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and aspirations. Safe & Supportive Workplace: We are deeply committed to providing a safe, healthy, and positive work environment for all. About Aramark At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world. You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters. The pay range for this position is $60,000.00 - $65,000.00.

What you’ll do

The Operations Manager oversees daily food service operations, including team leadership, budget management, and inventory control. They ensure compliance with food safety and health standards while delivering high-quality service to students, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in operations or food service management with proven leadership abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong understanding of budgeting and health regulations are required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation • Personal/flex days • Dental insurance • Prescription coverage • Vision insurance • Massage therapy • Self-directed pension plan • Employee assistance program • Employee resource groups • Discounts on products and services • Educational assistance • Scholarships for children

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Operations Management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Operations management
• Food service management
• Team leadership
• Budget management
• Food safety compliance
• Inventory management
• Staff recruitment
• Performance management
• Customer service
• Microsoft Office
• Cost control
• Health and safety regulations
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Report Writing
• Budget Management
• Cash Handling
• Continuous Development
• Cost Control
• Operational Performance Management
• Equipment Maintenance
• Talent Recruitment
• Self-Discipline
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Planning
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Budgeting
• Mental Health
• Management
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Food Services
• Educational Leadership
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Performance Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inventory Management
• Medical Prescription
• Motion Planning
• Employee Onboarding
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Sanitation
• Purchasing
• Time Management

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Education
• Customer Service & Support
• Operations Manager
• Operations Manager (General)
• Manufacturing Managers
• General and Operations Managers