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The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

Baldwin, MI

$85K/yr

The Food Service Manager manages and governs all dietary services for the facility operation, including operational planning and management of kitchen, service line and dining area staff. Manages ...

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Food Service Manager

La Grange, KY · On-site

$54K/yr

Company Description Kellwell Food Management, a Correctional Food Service Provider is now hiring a Food Service Manager at the Oldham County Jail located in La Grange, KY . This is a Full-Time ...

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Food Service Manager

Williamstown, KY · On-site

$19.24/hr

Company Description Kellwell Food Management, a Correctional Food Service Provider is now hiring a Food Service Manager at the Grant County Jail located in Williamstown, KY . This is a Full-Time ...

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Food Service Manager

Graham, NC · On-site

$55K/yr

Company Description Kellwell Food Management, a Correctional Food Service Provider is now hiring a Food Service Manager at the Alamance County Jail located in Graham, NC . This is a Full-Time ...

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The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

Baldwin, MI · On-site

$85K/yr

The Food Service Manager manages and governs all dietary services for the facility operation, including operational planning and management of kitchen, service line and dining area staff. Manages ...

Byrne Dairy and Deli

Food Service Manager

Liverpool, NY · On-site

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Byrne Dairy and Deli

Food Service Manager

Cortland, NY · On-site

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Byrne Dairy and Deli

Food Service Manager

Oneida, NY · On-site

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Byrne Dairy and Deli

Food Service Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

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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.

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

Baldwin, MI

The GEO Group
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$85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

The GEO Group rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

  • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
  • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:
The Food Service Manager manages and governs all dietary services for the facility operation, including operational planning and management of kitchen, service line and dining area staff. Manages food service budget in compliance with facility, corporate and client agency directives.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The Food Service Manager manages the daily operation of the facility food service operations. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
  • The Food Service Manager reviews menus and supervises the handling, preparation, and storage of food, maintenance of equipment, records, and sanitation.
  • Develops and maintains food services policies and procedures in accordance with professional standards and the guidelines established for the facility by the company.
  • The Food Service Manager manages the work of other employees by assigning and inspecting the work performed. Supervision includes selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training/development, promoting and any disciplinary action, including termination.
  • Directs work, provides training, and performs inspections of work performed by detainee food service staff.
  • The Food Service Manager monitors and maintains company quality assurance and controls in the food production areas.
  • Manages food service budget including all food and equipment inventory. Produces various reports on operational efficiencies, staff usage, as requested.
  • The Food Service Manager performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Five (5) year of management experience in a food service environment.
  • Experience in institutional cooking in a correctional setting preferred.
  • Requires extensive knowledge of the practices and materials used in food service procedures.
  • Must have successful work history of coordinating the demands of a food service operation, displaying a thorough knowledge of administrative techniques and personnel policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated personnel interactions, communication skills, and problem-solving techniques.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

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