Regional Director of Operations

Job Overview

Join Aramark as a Regional Director of Operations based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, overseeing medium-sized accounts with revenues between $12 million and $40 million or more. This pivotal leadership position is responsible for directing operations, steering growth, controlling costs, enhancing productivity, and fulfilling financial objectives across assigned units.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational management and financial performance across multiple accounts, ensuring exemplary safety, quality, and service standards for employees, clients, and customers.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to employees by aligning team goals with overall business targets, recognizing achievements, and fostering talent development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to promote mutually beneficial partnerships, effectively communicate progress, and support both new business opportunities and retention efforts.
• Manage budgets with an emphasis on revenue generation and cost control, oversee P&L statements, and utilize data analytics to improve financial results and margins.
• Drive productivity initiatives through labor and cost management, ensuring operational excellence by applying standardized procedures and overseeing supply chain compliance.
• Uphold compliance with safety, health, wage, and labor regulations to maintain secure environments for all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience spanning 5 to 10 years, ideally including P&L accountability in sectors such as hospitality, retail, facilities management, direct store delivery, or food and beverage.
• Strong leadership capabilities coupled with comprehensive management expertise, business acumen, and client relationship skills.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain dedicated talent.
• Competence in interpreting and executing contractual obligations, including identifying improvement opportunities within contracts.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all organizational tiers.
• Track record of success in repeatable business models and managing change or turnaround processes.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees in business or related disciplines are advantageous.

Company Mission and Diversity Commitment

Aramark is dedicated to delivering exemplary service and fostering growth for employees, partners, communities, and the environment. The company values diversity and practices equal employment opportunity without discrimination based on race, color, creed, age, gender identity or other legally protected factors.

Additional Information

The role requires adaptability as duties may evolve or expand to support the organization’s objectives. Aramark operates globally, serving millions daily and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.