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How much do dfac manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for dfac manager in Georgia is $54,494.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,623.00 and $68,080.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a DFAC Manager, and how can they be effectively addressed?

As a DFAC (Dining Facility) Manager, one of the most frequent challenges is balancing high-volume meal service with strict quality and safety standards. This often involves managing limited resources, responding to last-minute menu changes, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Successful DFAC Managers use strong organizational skills, clear communication, and proactive staff training to address these issues. Building a cohesive team and maintaining open lines of communication with kitchen staff, suppliers, and military personnel also helps ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

What is a DFAC Manager?

A DFAC Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a Dining Facility (DFAC), typically on a military base or government installation. Their duties include managing staff, ensuring food safety and quality, scheduling, inventory control, and compliance with health and safety regulations. DFAC Managers work to provide nutritious meals efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service. They may also coordinate special events and handle administrative tasks related to budgeting and reporting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DFAC (Dining Facility) Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DFAC Manager, you need experience in food service operations, knowledge of sanitation standards, and often a background in hospitality management or related certifications. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale software, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is commonly required. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and effective communication are vital for supervising staff and ensuring customer satisfaction. These skills and qualifications ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality food service operations critical to supporting large organizations such as military or institutional facilities.

What is the difference between Dfac Manager vs Dfac Supervisor?

AspectDfac ManagerDfac Supervisor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field; certifications like CDFM are commonOften requires similar certifications or experience but may have less formal education requirements
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple teams, manages logistics operations, and develops policies in a military or government settingSupervises daily activities of Dfac staff, ensuring operational tasks are completed efficiently
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in military, government, and large logistics organizationsCommonly found within same organizations, focusing on operational supervision

The Dfac Manager holds a higher-level leadership role, responsible for strategic planning and overall management, while the Dfac Supervisor focuses on daily operational oversight. Both roles require relevant logistics knowledge, but the manager typically has broader responsibilities and decision-making authority.

Infographic showing various Dfac Manager job openings in Georgia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $54,494 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Dining Facility Assistant Manager || Fort Benning, GA

Dining Facility Assistant Manager || Fort Benning, GA

Blackstone Consulting Inc.

Columbus, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


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Job description

Rolling Hills Food Services, LLC strives to provide excellent service in a timely and professional manner while maintaining a professional environment where respect for each individual is upheld. We are committed to providing cost effective solutions to our customers through our team of trained managers and employees.


Title: Assistant DFAC Manager
Reports To: DFAC Manager
Under the supervision of the DFAC Manager and Area Manager, the Assistant DFAC Manager is responsible for assisting in overseeing the daily operations of the DFAC.
EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum two years working as a manager or assistant manager with a major culinary institution, a large institutional food service operation or the military.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and competency in managing food services, labor, budget, and other resources.

SKILLS:

  • Good management and customer service skills.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret government contracts and make appropriate application.
  • Communicate with employees, customers, and vendors in the running of the facility.
  • Assist in determining the necessary staffing levels required to smoothly run the facility.
  • Must be able to monitor staff, walk the facility and inspect foods, employees, and general set-up.

EDUCATION:

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business management, hospitality management, or equivalent is preferred.
  • Must be ServSafe certified. Must have solid work ethics.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide management oversight of the dining facility.
  • Ensure contract compliance and performance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinate cooperation and support between dining facilities, if applicable, including cross-utilization of labor resources.
  • Ensure compliance with the Building/Equipment Cleaning Plans.
  • Physically inspects all dining facilities on a scheduled basis, in coordination with the DFAC Manager and QCM inspection schedules.
  • Establish and maintain a close working relationship with customers, supervisors and employees.
  • Maintain budget controls for inventory, supplies, equipment ordering, and labor cost.
  • Ensure work schedules is in accordance with contract requirements.
  • Contribute input for the food ordering process
  • Assist in training to all employees.
  • Provide mid-year and annual performance reviews.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Adhere to the RHFS rules and regulations set forth in the employee handbook.
  • Comply with all HACCP standards.
  • Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Hiring Standards:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at time of pre-employment screening
  • Must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process; including drug screen and background investigation and meet Company standards.
  • Must posses a Valid Drivers license and pass Company Standard for MVR check


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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • The person in this position needs to frequently move within the facility.
  • Operates computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and printer.
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Stands, walks, inspects, and reassigns staff as necessary to meet facility requirements.
  • Bending, squatting, and reaching.

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