General Manager

Aramark

. Plan, manage, and guide multiple contracted services for a client generating $2–15M+ in revenue .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeHoughton • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client relationships, optimizing operational productivity, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and implement service improvement strategies in the food service and hospitality sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Client Relationship ManagementOperational ExpertiseBudget ManagementService Improvement StrategiesTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Budget CreationFinancial AnalysisContract ManagementService OptimizationOperational Program Implementation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationEntrepreneurial MindsetLeadership Through Managers

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Food ServiceBachelor's Degree in HospitalityBachelor's Degree in Business Management

Industry Keywords

Contract ServicesService IndustryCompliance ManagementOperational ProductivityCustomer Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, manage, and guide multiple contracted services for a client generating $2–15M+ in revenue
Lead a team providing operational expertise and hands-on execution management
Manage client and community relationships at the location
Assess operations and develop plans to optimize service and employee and customer satisfaction
Build, develop, and lead a management team and staff
Recommend methods, resources, and implementation plans for service improvement and growth
Manage budgets and assist with improvements to optimize financial performance and operational productivity in partnership with Finance
Manage compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and maintain records and reports
Ensure compliance with Aramark operating and safety standards and Business Conduct Policy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree level education highly preferred in Food Service, Hospitality, Facilities, or Business Management
Ability to focus on client and customer services, entrepreneurship, and building and growing a strong business
Savvy interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, senior management, and Aramark support staff
Ability to read, understand, and implement contractual requirements
Meaningful experience in service industry, contract services, or hospitality environment
Proven ability leading through other managers
Experience creating and managing a department budget, financial controls, and analysis
Experience crafting product sales strategies and implementing operational programs and initiatives
Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing
May require wearing uniforms and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity
Professional growth and development opportunities
Career opportunities designed to develop talents and fuel passions