General Manager - Corporate Dining

LifeWorks Restaurant Group, an independently operated division of Aramark, designs custom dining solutions for clients looking to elevate amenities. Our team creates sensory experiences that feed company culture, establishing transparency from space design to the final branded product.

About the role

Lead high-energy operations generating $2–$15M+ in revenue, inspire a talented team, and deliver fresh, innovative dining solutions that guests love. From food service and retail to facility support, no day looks the same. Bring strong operations skills, financial savvy, and relationship-building instincts to keep everything running smoothly and creatively.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational expertise and hands-on execution management of contracted services.
• Manage client and community relationships, continually assessing operations to drive employee and customer satisfaction.
• Build, develop, and lead a management team capable of carrying out organizational objectives.
• Recommend methods, resources, and implementation for service improvement and growth based on operational needs, capabilities, and contractual obligations.
• Partner with Finance to manage a budget and design improvements to optimize financial performance and operational productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and codes; maintain associated records and reports.
• Maintain compliance with Aramark’s standards of operation, including safety standards and the Business Conduct Policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Service, Hospitality, Facilities, or Business Management highly preferred.
• Focus on client and customer service, entrepreneurship, and building a strong business.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, senior management, and Aramark support staff.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement contractual requirements, including identifying opportunities within contract terms.
• Meaningful experience in the service industry, contract services, or hospitality environment.
• Proven ability to lead 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.

Physical demands

• Lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing.
• May require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).