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Food Manager Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

As a Food Service Manager, you will oversee daily La Carte operations, drive sales, and ensure high standards for food safety, merchandising, and service. This role offers a fastpaced, handson ...

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Food Service Manager 2

Providence, RI · On-site

$53K - $69K/yr

Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting. * Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.

Food Service Manager 2

Providence, RI · On-site

$53K - $69K/yr

Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting. * Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.

Food Service Manager 2

Providence, RI · On-site

$53K - $69K/yr

Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting. * Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.

Food Service Manager 2

Providence, RI · On-site

$53K - $69K/yr

Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting. * Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 to support retail operations at The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI. This role has a strong emphasis on retail food service execution, including the ...

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 to support retail operations at The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI. This role has a strong emphasis on retail food service execution, including the ...

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 to support retail operations at The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI. This role has a strong emphasis on retail food service execution, including the ...

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How much do food manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for food manager in Rhode Island is $21.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food manager?

Food Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food service establishments such as restaurants, cafeterias, and catering services. They ensure that food safety regulations are followed, manage staff, handle inventory and ordering, and maintain quality standards. Food Managers also address customer concerns, plan menus, and implement policies to maximize efficiency and profitability. Their role is essential for ensuring that customers receive safe, high-quality food and excellent service.

What are some common challenges a food manager faces in maintaining food safety standards, and how can these be addressed?

Food Managers often encounter challenges such as ensuring staff consistently follow food safety protocols, staying updated with changing regulations, and managing high-volume operations without compromising quality. To address these issues, successful managers implement regular training sessions, conduct frequent audits, and foster a culture of accountability among team members. Building strong communication with staff and maintaining detailed records also help prevent lapses in food safety and ensure compliance with local health codes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Manager, you need expertise in food safety, inventory management, and staff supervision, often supported by a degree in hospitality or food service and a food safety certification. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and compliance tools is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and resolve issues efficiently. These competencies are vital for ensuring food quality, regulatory compliance, and a positive customer experience in food service operations.

What is the difference between Food Manager vs Food Supervisor?

AspectFood ManagerFood Supervisor
CertificationsFood Safety Manager Certification, ServSafeFood Safety Certification, ServSafe (often required)
Work EnvironmentOversees entire food operation, manages staff, handles inventorySupervises daily food service activities, assists Food Manager
ResponsibilitiesPlanning menus, ensuring safety standards, staff managementMonitoring food prep, ensuring quality, supervising staff on shift

While both roles focus on food safety and quality, the Food Manager has broader responsibilities including planning and overall management, whereas the Food Supervisor primarily oversees daily operations and staff on the floor.

How hard is it to get a food manager certification?

Becoming a food manager typically requires completing a food safety certification course, such as ServSafe or a similar program, which covers topics like food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures. The certification process usually involves passing an exam and may require some prior experience in food service; the difficulty depends on the individual's familiarity with food safety principles. Most certifications are achievable with study and preparation within a few weeks.

What are the most commonly searched types of Food jobs in Rhode Island?

The most popular types of Food jobs in Rhode Island are:

What cities in Rhode Island are hiring for Food Manager jobs?

Cities in Rhode Island with the most Food Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Food Manager job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,807 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Food Service Manager

Albertsons

Wakefield, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Albertsons rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 123 rated grocery stores


Job description

Why choose us? 

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Food Service Manager, where fresh food, customer service, and operational excellence come together. 

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for team-focused managers who are passionate about food quality, people, and performance. As a Food Service Manager, you will oversee daily La Carte operations, drive sales, and ensure high standards for food safety, merchandising, and service. This role offers a fastpaced, handson environment where your team-building skills and attention to detail directly impact customer satisfaction and department success. 

Bring your flavor  

Building the future of food and wellbeing starts with fresh, delicious food and great service. Bring your passion for food preparation, merchandising, and team leadership to a role where you set the standard for quality, support your associates, and deliver a deli experience customers can trust and enjoy every day. 

Main responsibilities: 

  • Oversee daily operations of the La Carte Department with a strong focus on customer service, food quality, and department readiness  

  • Create a fast, friendly, customerfirst environment and resolve customer questions, concerns, and special requests  

  • Execute merchandising plans, planograms, promotional sets, and seasonal programs  

  • Oversee preparation, slicing, cooking, packaging, and merchandising of La Carte items following company recipes and standards  

  • Maintain full, fresh, and visually appealing service case, grabandgo, and hot case displays  

  • Manage ordering, inventory, shrink, production logs, and waste reporting  

  • Build and manage schedules aligned with sales volume and labor targets  

  • Hire, train, coach, and develop La Carte associates while promoting teamwork and accountability  

  • Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, temperature controls, and regulatory requirements 

We are looking for candidates who possess the following: 

Soft skills: 

  • Strong customerservice mindset with a passion for food quality 

  • Effective leadership, coaching, and communication skills 

  • Strong organization, time management, and problemsolving abilities 

  • Ability to lead in a fastpaced, highvolume environment 

Competencies: 

  • Food Service production, food handling, and merchandising execution 

  • Labor planning, scheduling, and performance management 

  • Inventory management, ordering, and shrink control 

  • Food safety, sanitation, and compliance oversight 

Knowledge: 

  • Food safety standards, sanitation practices, and equipment operation 

  • Food Service preparation techniques and merchandising standards 

  • Store systems, ordering platforms, and basic computer applications 

Abilities: 

  • Ability to review sales, labor, and shrink data to support planning and prioritization 

  • Ability to train, coach, and develop associates 

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in hot and cold temperature environments 

  • Ability to safely operate slicers, ovens, knives, scales, and cleaning tools 

  • Travel requirements: None 

  • Other requirements: Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct 

We also provide a variety of benefits including: 

  • Competitive wages paid weekly 

  • Associate discounts 

  • Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!) 

  • Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).  For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits 

  • Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development 

  • An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve 

Our Values - Click below to view video:   ACI Values 

A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail.  Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being.  We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S.  We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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