Food Service Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Food Service Manager jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Lafayette, and Marrero and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Wendy's, Burger King, and Jefferson Parish Schools hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find Food Service Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 154+ Food Service Manager jobs
Description
Summary:
Assumes responsibility and authority in the multi-functional food service areas. Implements business practices in order to uphold CHRISTUS mission and values. The candidate will be responsible for Café operations, food quality, customer service, cash handling procedures, catering and all back of the house operations when needed. Candidate must also be competent in the following areas: Analytical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Customer Focused, Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility, Technical & Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills and Integrity.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and manages the activities of all Diet Office, Tray Line, and Hostess employees (Total of 53 FTES)
- Plans and coordinates the ordering, assembly, and delivery of all patient food, supplements, and floor stock
- Oversees and inspects the quality of patient food and ensures a quality presentation to customers
- Ensures food standards are managed and maintained by tasting and reviewing all batches of patient food
- Manages all special customer services needs for patients, families, visitors, VIPs etc.
- Prepares work schedules and manages all staffing issues, patient volume changes, patient service issues, and all aspects of menu Planning
- Leads a Food Service preparation, assembly, and distribution operation that feeds between 350 and 400 patients three times per Day, and seven days per week
Requirements:
- BS in nutritional background, i.e. culinary, dietetics
- Managerial Experience: 3 years of lead/supervisory experience
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:
Assumes responsibility and authority in the multi-functional food service areas. Implements business practices in order to uphold CHRISTUS mission and values. The candidate will be responsible for Café operations, food quality, customer service, cash handling procedures, catering and all back of the house operations when needed. Candidate must also be competent in the following areas: Analytical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Customer Focused, Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility, Technical & Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills and Integrity.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and manages the activities of all Diet Office, Tray Line, and Hostess employees (Total of 53 FTES)
- Plans and coordinates the ordering, assembly, and delivery of all patient food, supplements, and floor stock
- Oversees and inspects the quality of patient food and ensures a quality presentation to customers
- Ensures food standards are managed and maintained by tasting and reviewing all batches of patient food
- Manages all special customer services needs for patients, families, visitors, VIPs etc.
- Prepares work schedules and manages all staffing issues, patient volume changes, patient service issues, and all aspects of menu Planning
- Leads a Food Service preparation, assembly, and distribution operation that feeds between 350 and 400 patients three times per Day, and seven days per week
Requirements:
- BS in nutritional background, i.e. culinary, dietetics
- Managerial Experience: 3 years of lead/supervisory experience
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
See All 154+ Food Service Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Find roles in Louisiana that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Food Service Manager JobsFood Service Manager Jobs by City in Louisiana
Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Food Service Manager Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wendy's86
- Burger King25
- Jefferson Parish Schools12
- McDonald's11
- Panda Restaurant7
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage134
- Hospitality & Tourism19
- Education12
- Government & Public Sector2
- Retail2
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food service manager jobs across Louisiana.
- 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
Food Service Manager Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food service manager jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 154+ food service manager openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Lafayette, and Marrero. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do food service managers make in Louisiana?
Food service managers in Louisiana earn a median of about $61,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,140 for the lowest 10% to over $103,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most food service manager jobs?
New Orleans, Lafayette, and Marrero have the most food service manager openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire food service managers in Louisiana?
Employers hiring food service managers in Louisiana include Wendy's, Burger King, and Jefferson Parish Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote food service manager jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of food service manager openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for food service manager jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to food service manager jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
See All 154+ Food Service Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Find roles in Louisiana that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Food Service Manager Jobs