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Maschio's Food Service

Food Service Manager

Asbury, NJ · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Food Service Manager needed for school food service in the Asbury, NJ area. Monday through Friday, day shift, 6 hours daily. No weekends or holidays. Summers off. ServSafe ® Certification a plus.

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Food Service Manager

Newport, TN · On-site

Food Service Managers are responsible for achieving or exceeding the overall department financial projections, weekly and annually, through sound business practices contributing to the profitability ...

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How much do traveling food service manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for traveling food service manager in the United States is $23.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a traveling food service manager?

A Traveling Food Service Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing food service operations at multiple locations, often within a restaurant chain, catering company, or hospitality group. They travel between sites to ensure that food quality, safety standards, and customer service expectations are consistently met. Their duties may include training staff, conducting audits, implementing company policies, and troubleshooting operational issues. This role requires flexibility, strong management skills, and the ability to adapt to different environments. Traveling Food Service Managers play a crucial role in maintaining the reputation and efficiency of food service businesses across various locations.

What are some unique challenges faced by a traveling food service manager, and how can they be addressed?

Traveling Food Service Managers often face challenges such as adapting quickly to different locations, managing diverse teams, and ensuring consistent food quality and service standards across various sites. Building strong communication skills and developing flexible management strategies are essential for overcoming these challenges. Successful managers proactively learn local regulations, cultivate relationships with staff at each site, and use standardized procedures to maintain consistency. Embracing adaptability and strong organizational skills will help ensure smooth operations wherever they're assigned.

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

To thrive as a Traveling Food Service Manager, you need expertise in hospitality management, food safety regulations, and multi-unit operations, typically supported by a degree in hospitality or related experience. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and ServSafe certification is highly valuable. Excellent leadership, adaptability, and communication skills help you manage diverse teams and quickly respond to challenges at different locations. These competencies are crucial for maintaining consistent service quality and operational excellence across multiple sites.

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Infographic showing various Traveling Food Service Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,804 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Traveling Food Service Manager

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Aramark
Hospitality Services • 10K+ employees
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Job Description

Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking candidates for a Traveling Food Service Manager position supporting the Jefferson Health System. This position plans, administers and directs day to day food service opeaations complying with the standards established by Aramark Healthcare+, regulatory agencies and client. Leads supervisory and hourly staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other departments to provide a unified food service experience for patients, residents, visitors and employees. 

Job Responsibilities

•    Delivers strong operational performance by executing against ARAMARK Healthcare and regulatory agency standards and programs, continually monitoring operations, and completing assessments and necessary action plans to provide optimal food quality and meal service. 
•    Drives patient and customer satisfaction and maintains client relationships through rounding. 
•    Ensures compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards. 
•    Manages food cost, procurement, and controls waste. 
•    Supervises, staffs, trains, conducts applicable rounding and manages the performance the Food Service Supervisors and/or front-line staff regarding food presentation, quality, cost control and cash handling. 
•    Manages and controls labor, resources and materials to ensure quality, adequacy of supply, staffing levels and cost control within budgetary guidelines. 
•    Responsible for scheduling and managing food service activities in compliance with ARAMARK Healthcare food service systems. 
•    Utilize customer feedback to respond to customer/patient needs and to improve services 
 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

•     Requires at least 1-2 year experience in a food service supervisor or management role.
•     Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
•     Healthcare food service management experience preferred.
•     Experience managing, motivating and engaging a large workforce.
•     Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs required.
•     Excellent interpersonal, customer services and organizational skills required.
•     Nutrition education and/or background preferred.
•     SERV Safe Certification is a plus.
•     Must be able to work a varied schedule (opening, closing and mid shift + alternate weekends and holidays).

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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.

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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 or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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