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.

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Overview

Open roles5,757+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMcDonald's
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Work type100% On-site
Top industryFood

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State of Ohio
Food Service Manager
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Food Service Manager
State of Ohio
Batavia, Ohio
Food Service
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Food Service Manager II
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Food Service Manager II
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
San Antonio, Texas
Food Service
$4,094 - $4,837/mo
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Fairfax County Public Schools
Food Services Manager In Training
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Food Services Manager In Training
Fairfax County Public Schools
Virginia
Food Service
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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OGDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Food Service Manager
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Food Service Manager
OGDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Ogden, Utah
Food Service
On-Site
High School

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Food Service Manager IV
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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Food Service Manager IV
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Mexia, Texas
Food Service
$5,200 - $6,335/mo
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Food Service Manager Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • McDonald's
    McDonald's1,722
  • Wendy's
    Wendy's1,255
  • KFC
    KFC414
  • Burger King
    Burger King266
  • Sodexo
    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.

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