Food Service Manager Jobs
Food Service Manager jobs are open across restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and corporate dining, from shift supervisor to multi-unit director, with specializations in catering operations, institutional food service, and quick-service management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
Find Food Service Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 5,757+ Food Service Manager jobs











DODD Core Values:
To help Ohioans with developmental disabilities, DODD has embodied the following core values that focus on the experience of our customers, the people we serve, and their families:
- Kindness and Empathy – All interactions are based on genuine care and concern for all involved. We listen to those we serve, our partners, and each other.
- Collaboration – We engage with each other and our partners with openness and trust.
- Transparency – We are accessible and visible in our business practices.
- Quality Innovation – The services we deliver are value-added and promote excellence.
- Inclusiveness – Cultivate an environment that embraces diversity and ideas at every level of interaction. Our systems and processes are designed to ensure that every person is treated equally, and every voice is heard fairly.
- Accountability – We conduct ourselves professionally and will manage taxpayer dollars responsibly.
Job Duties:
Works under the general direction of the Program Administrator 2 and requires thorough knowledge of food service preparation. Manages entire facility food service operation. Supervises dietary staff (such as completes performance evaluations, recommend/not recommend request for leave, approves overtime, reviews and approves timekeeping for assigned staff in Kronos). Ensures sanitary conditions in all food areas, orders food and supplies, maintains inventory, oversees the coordination, preparation and service of meals. Responsible for accuracy of quantity of meals provided and individual diets are followed by monitoring meals in the residential cottages. Ensures health department safety and ICF/DD standards.
Provides input into policies and procedures for the dietary department. Prepares reports and keeps accurate records. Trains dietary staff in sanitation, infection control and reading menus. Trains direct care staff as needed in dietary knowledge (such as food temperatures, serving sizes, sanitation/hygiene). Interviews applicants for dietary staff positions. Attends in-service meetings and workshops.
Performs other related duties (such as prepares, serves food in the absence of dietary staff, assists with special projects).
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Completion of 2 year training program in food service preparation or hospitality management technology or 2 years experience in food service preparation; 12 months training or 12 months experience in supervisory principles/techniques.
- Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Food Services, Equipment Operations, Attention to Detail, Establishing Relationships
Supplemental Information
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to dangerous or hostile consumers, residents or youths; may work flexible work hours, rotating days &/or weekends.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123:2-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact the ADA Coordinator by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov.
The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis drug screen for illegal drug use prior to the appointment. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment and will be barred from employment with the State of Ohio for 1 year.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
See All 5,757+ Food Service Manager Jobs
Jump back to the full list of openings and apply to any food service manager role that fits.
Find Food Service Manager JobsFood Service Manager Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McDonald's1,722

- Wendy's1,255

- KFC414

- Burger King266

- Sodexo218

Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage4,514
- Hospitality & Tourism1,946
- Retail435
- Distribution & Wholesale112
- Education67
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food service manager jobs.
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Experience managing food and labor cost percentages to budget
- Proven ability to lead, schedule, and train hourly kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Familiarity with POS systems and restaurant management software
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- OSHA and local health department compliance knowledge
Tips for Your Food Service Manager Job Search
Quantify your operational results on your resume
Hiring managers in food service expect numbers. Replace vague claims with specifics: the size of your team, average covers per shift, food and labor cost percentages you maintained, or revenue your location generated. Outcomes beat responsibilities every time.
Highlight your certifications above the fold
ServSafe Manager certification is a near-universal requirement, so list it prominently near your name, not buried in an education section. If you hold a food handler permit, allergen certification, or TIPS certification, include those too.
Filter openings by operation type, not just title
A food service manager role at a hospital system runs very differently from one at a fast-casual chain. Search by segment, such as healthcare dining, school nutrition, or hotel food and beverage, so your experience maps cleanly to the employer's environment.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists food service manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a cost-control story for interviews
Interviewers will ask how you managed food cost and labor cost percentages. Walk in with a specific example: what your target was, what you actually achieved, and the exact steps you took to get there. Vague answers about tightening budgets do not land.
Follow up within two business days of your interview
Send a short note to the hiring manager referencing one specific topic from your conversation, not a generic thank-you. It signals engagement and keeps you top of mind when the decision is made, which often happens fast in food service hiring.
Food Service Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most food service managers?
The companies hiring the most food service managers right now include McDonald's, Wendy's, and KFC, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large healthcare systems, national restaurant chains, and contract dining companies consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many food service manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of food service manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include corporate nutrition consulting, regional operations oversight for multi-unit portfolios, and menu development or procurement roles.
How do you become a food service manager?
Start by gaining experience in kitchen or front-of-house operations, then move into a lead or shift supervisor role to build team management skills. Earn your ServSafe Manager certification, which most employers require. A degree in hospitality, culinary arts, or food service management strengthens your application, though demonstrated experience and certifications often carry equal weight with employers.
Can you get hired as a food service manager with little experience?
Yes, some employers will consider candidates who have managed a small team in a related setting, such as a deli counter, fast-food unit, or school cafeteria line, even without a formal manager title. Emphasize any scheduling, ordering, or training responsibilities you held. Earning a ServSafe certification before applying removes a common barrier and signals you are ready to step up.
What does the food service manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your operational background and certifications. A second round typically involves an in-person or video interview with a district manager or HR representative, where you will be asked behavioral questions about handling staffing gaps, cost overruns, and health inspections. Some employers include a walkthrough of the facility or a situational exercise before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to food service manager jobs?
You can find and apply to food service manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
See All 5,757+ Food Service Manager Jobs
Jump back to the full list of openings and apply to any food service manager role that fits.
Find Food Service Manager Jobs