Food Service Manager Jobs in Massachusetts
Food Service Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in the Greater Boston restaurant and hospitality scene, university campus dining operations, and the state's extensive healthcare and corporate dining sectors, with openings ranging from assistant manager to multi-unit director. Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge are the most active hiring markets, where established employers such as Aramark, Compass Group, and Boston Medical Center maintain consistent food service manager needs. Contract dining, healthcare food service, and fast-casual multi-unit management are the specialties employers seek most consistently across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Food Services shall be responsible for food service-related business and personnel management. They shall be responsible for supervising, coordinating, evaluating, and directing the work duties of all food service personnel, and the preparation and distribution of high-quality nutritious meals in a clean and safe environment. They shall ensure that the District’s food services program complies with all local, state, and federal agency requirements. They will complete all required reports promptly and accurately and will operate the program efficiently and effectively, in collaboration with each school’s administrators.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- ‘Serv-Safe’ Manager Certification
- A valid Massachusetts Driver’s License
- Training, experience, and ability to direct the total food service operation for the District;
- Knowledge of large quantities, nutritious meal preparation, and menu planning;
- Experience completing accurate state, federal, and local reports on time;
- Maintain confidentiality of student/family, and staff data;
- Effective management, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills;
- Background in dietetics, nutrition education, culinary arts;
- A students-first mindset;
- Proficient with Microsoft and Google Suite products; and, School Cafe Software
- Any additional qualifications set by the District.
- Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
- Cori and fingerprint clearance are required
REPORTS TO: the Director of Finance. The Director of Finance shall complete an annual written evaluation covering the individual’s effectiveness in handling the duties and responsibilities of the position.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Full Time, 200 days;
- 180 of which align with the student school year
- 7.5 hrs a day
- Non Union; Contributing to Barnstable County Retirement Association
- Salary comensorate to experience
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):
- Responsible for the preparation of monthly menus–providing high quality, affordable, nutritious food that students will enjoy eating; providing nutritional information on all food items served to comply with requirements/mandates from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Board of Health;
- Responsible for the cleanliness and proper storage of all equipment and the proper handling, serving, and storage of all foods;
- Maintains a monthly inventory of food and supplies in accordance with federal regulations;
- Responsible for the cleanliness of all kitchens (in coordination with the DPW);
- Responsible for maintaining confidential records and filing reports related to the school lunch program, as required by the Director of Finance, state, and federal government;
- Arrange for substitutes when food service personnel are absent;
- Responsible for the purchase of food commodities;
- Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of food service personnel;
- Provides professional growth for food service personnel with appropriate educational programs and incentives;
- Coordinates the use of food service department facilities and/or equipment by staff or outside groups;
- Obtain bids from vendors for the procurement of food, equipment, and services needed for the department and make recommendations regarding which bids/proposals are in the overall best interest of the department and District;
- Manages the food service department in an efficient manner while following District budgetary guidelines;
- Collaborates with the Superintendent and/or building principal in providing food services for special District or school events; and,
- Performs any and all other duties prescribed by the Director of Finance.
Work Environment
- Spends the majority of the day working in schools;
- Involves travel between schools (all within 1-2 miles) and to meetings outside of the District;
- Minimal physical effort is generally required to perform duties under typical conditions. The Director of Food Services is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to operate equipment;
- Able to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds;
- Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents and to use a computer.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.
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Learn more about Mashpee Public Schools HERE
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Food Services shall be responsible for food service-related business and personnel management. They shall be responsible for supervising, coordinating, evaluating, and directing the work duties of all food service personnel, and the preparation and distribution of high-quality nutritious meals in a clean and safe environment. They shall ensure that the District’s food services program complies with all local, state, and federal agency requirements. They will complete all required reports promptly and accurately and will operate the program efficiently and effectively, in collaboration with each school’s administrators.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- ‘Serv-Safe’ Manager Certification
- A valid Massachusetts Driver’s License
- Training, experience, and ability to direct the total food service operation for the District;
- Knowledge of large quantities, nutritious meal preparation, and menu planning;
- Experience completing accurate state, federal, and local reports on time;
- Maintain confidentiality of student/family, and staff data;
- Effective management, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills;
- Background in dietetics, nutrition education, culinary arts;
- A students-first mindset;
- Proficient with Microsoft and Google Suite products; and, School Cafe Software
- Any additional qualifications set by the District.
- Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
- Cori and fingerprint clearance are required
REPORTS TO: the Director of Finance. The Director of Finance shall complete an annual written evaluation covering the individual’s effectiveness in handling the duties and responsibilities of the position.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Full Time, 200 days;
- 180 of which align with the student school year
- 7.5 hrs a day
- Non Union; Contributing to Barnstable County Retirement Association
- Salary comensorate to experience
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):
- Responsible for the preparation of monthly menus–providing high quality, affordable, nutritious food that students will enjoy eating; providing nutritional information on all food items served to comply with requirements/mandates from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Board of Health;
- Responsible for the cleanliness and proper storage of all equipment and the proper handling, serving, and storage of all foods;
- Maintains a monthly inventory of food and supplies in accordance with federal regulations;
- Responsible for the cleanliness of all kitchens (in coordination with the DPW);
- Responsible for maintaining confidential records and filing reports related to the school lunch program, as required by the Director of Finance, state, and federal government;
- Arrange for substitutes when food service personnel are absent;
- Responsible for the purchase of food commodities;
- Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of food service personnel;
- Provides professional growth for food service personnel with appropriate educational programs and incentives;
- Coordinates the use of food service department facilities and/or equipment by staff or outside groups;
- Obtain bids from vendors for the procurement of food, equipment, and services needed for the department and make recommendations regarding which bids/proposals are in the overall best interest of the department and District;
- Manages the food service department in an efficient manner while following District budgetary guidelines;
- Collaborates with the Superintendent and/or building principal in providing food services for special District or school events; and,
- Performs any and all other duties prescribed by the Director of Finance.
Work Environment
- Spends the majority of the day working in schools;
- Involves travel between schools (all within 1-2 miles) and to meetings outside of the District;
- Minimal physical effort is generally required to perform duties under typical conditions. The Director of Food Services is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to operate equipment;
- Able to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds;
- Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents and to use a computer.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Learn more about Mashpee Public Schools HERE
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The qualifications that appear most often in food service manager jobs across Massachusetts.
- ServSafe Manager Certification recognized by the Massachusetts Food Protection Program required
- Proven experience managing food service operations in a high-volume environment
- Familiarity with Massachusetts Department of Public Health food safety regulations and inspections
- Ability to manage scheduling, labor costs, and inventory within budgeted targets
- Strong leadership and communication skills for supervising kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Experience with point-of-sale systems and food service management software platforms
Food Service Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a food service manager in Massachusetts?
Most food service managers in Massachusetts need a ServSafe Manager Certification, which is recognized by the Massachusetts Food Protection Program and required by many employers and local health departments. A two- or four-year degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or a related field strengthens candidacy for salaried roles. Healthcare and contract dining employers often require prior supervisory experience in food service, while some larger operations will consider candidates who have moved up through kitchen or catering coordinator roles.
Which companies hire food service managers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring food service managers in Massachusetts right now include Aramark, Wolfoods, and Chartwells K12, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of universities, hospitals, and corporate campuses means contract dining operators and large healthcare systems are among the most consistent sources of openings across the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most food service manager jobs?
Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester lead Massachusetts for food service manager openings. Boston drives the largest share of demand through its dense mix of hospitals, universities, hotels, and corporate headquarters, while Worcester and Cambridge generate steady openings through their own major academic medical centers and university dining programs that operate year-round.
Are there remote food service manager jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Food service management is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site role, and most positions require a physical presence to oversee staff, maintain safety standards, and manage daily operations. About 0% of food service manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve regional oversight, menu development consulting, or administrative functions that don't require daily floor supervision.
How can I get hired as a food service manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up through a lead cook, shift supervisor, or catering coordinator role within a high-volume operation. Massachusetts universities such as UMass Amherst and Boston University run structured dining department programs where entry-level candidates can advance into supervisory roles. Completing a ServSafe Manager Certification before applying signals readiness for management responsibility. Healthcare contract dining employers like those serving Massachusetts General Hospital or Brigham and Women's frequently promote internally from food service worker and team lead positions.
Where can I find and apply to food service manager jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to food service manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, location, and the type of operation you want to work in, then apply directly through each posting.
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