Food Service Manager Jobs in Texas

Food Service Manager jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where large-scale employers like Aramark, Compass Group, and HEB run high-volume food service operations across corporate campuses, healthcare facilities, and retail locations. Demand is strongest for managers with contract dining, healthcare food service, and multi-unit restaurant operations experience. Texas is one of the most active hiring markets in the country for this role, with openings at every level from single-unit supervisor to regional director. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles154+
Top employerAramark
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring65
Work type93% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Food Service Supervisor - SMU Collegiate (686589)
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Food Service Supervisor - SMU Collegiate (686589)
ReadyOn
Dallas, Texas
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
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Food Service Supervisor
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Food Service Supervisor
Aramark
Houston, Texas
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Food Service Specialist - IDEA Rio Vista (Immediate Opening)
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Food Service Specialist - IDEA Rio Vista (Immediate Opening)
IDEA Public Schools
El Paso, Texas
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
$14.38 - $16.54/hr
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Starbucks (Food Service) Team Leader - Weatherford, TX
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Starbucks (Food Service) Team Leader - Weatherford, TX
Target
Weatherford, Texas
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$21.25 - $36.15/hr
Food Safety Manager Certification
10,000+

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Sales Associate with Food Service (Anthony, TX- Store# 59334)
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Sales Associate with Food Service (Anthony, TX- Store# 59334)
OXXO
Anthony, Texas
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
$11 - $12.5/hr
10,000+

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Food Service Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
21 jobs
Houston
20 jobs
Austin
15 jobs
Denton
8 jobs
San Antonio
8 jobs
Frisco
5 jobs
El Paso
5 jobs
Irving
3 jobs
Abilene
3 jobs

Food Service Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Aramark27
  • OXXO10
  • IDEA Public Schools8
  • The SSA6
  • Chartwells Higher Education5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in food service manager jobs across Texas.

  • Serve Safe Manager Certification or equivalent ANSI-accredited food handler credential required
  • Three or more years managing food service operations in a high-volume environment
  • Experience controlling food cost, labor cost, and inventory within budget targets
  • Proven ability to hire, train, and supervise kitchen and front-of-house staff
  • Familiarity with Texas Department of State Health Services food safety regulations
  • Associate or bachelor degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or a related field

Food Service Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a food service manager in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for food service managers, but most employers require a current ServSafe Manager Certification or another credential accredited by the American National Standards Institute. The Texas Department of State Health Services oversees food establishment regulations that managers are expected to know. Most candidates build toward management through an associate or bachelor degree in hospitality or culinary management, combined with progressive kitchen or dining operations experience.

Which companies hire food service managers in Texas?

Companies currently hiring food service managers in Texas include Aramark, OXXO, and IDEA Public Schools, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's large healthcare systems, university dining programs, and corporate campus accounts make it a particularly strong market for contract food service operators seeking experienced managers.

Which Texas cities have the most food service manager jobs?

Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most food service manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of medical center campuses, energy-sector corporate offices, and convention-scale hospitality venues, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from its headquarters-heavy corporate base and San Antonio from its tourism, military installation dining contracts, and large hospital networks.

Are there remote food service manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Food service management is a fundamentally hands-on, on-site role, so most positions require a physical presence. About 7% of food service manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those postings typically cover corporate roles in menu development, training program oversight, or regional compliance functions rather than day-to-day operations management.

How can I get hired as a food service manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving up from a shift lead or assistant manager role within a high-volume operation, then applying to employers that promote from within. Large Texas-based healthcare food service contractors and university dining programs at institutions like UT Austin or Texas A&M often post associate manager or management trainee roles that do not require prior supervisory experience. Earning a ServSafe Manager Certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that offsets a shorter work history.

Where can I find and apply to food service manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to food service manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across contract dining, healthcare, hospitality, and multi-unit restaurant operations. Find roles that fit your experience level and location and apply directly.

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