Food Service Manager Jobs in Ohio

A Food Service Manager in the hospitality industry is primarily responsible for overseeing the operations of establishments that serve food. They manage the business aspects of the restaurant or food service facility, including ordering food and supplies, maintaining records of purchases and sales, and ensuring that customers are satisfied with their dining experience. They also hire, train, and oversee the staff, ensuring they provide excellent service to customers. Food Service Managers play a critical role in marketing efforts, menu planning, and establishment of ambiance and service standards for the establishment.

Important skills for a Food Service Manager include strong leadership and organizational abilities, excellent communication and customer service skills, financial acumen, and a good understanding of food, beverages, and nutrition. They should also have the ability to handle stressful situations and solve problems efficiently. In terms of qualifications, a bachelor's degree in hospitality, restaurant, or food service management is often preferred. Some positions may also require a Food Safety Manager Certification. Before becoming a Food Service Manager, one might work as a line cook, sous chef, or restaurant server to gain essential industry and food preparation experience. Additionally, a role as an assistant manager or supervisor in a hospitality setting can provide valuable managerial experience.

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Food Service Supervisor

  • RI International
  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 hours ago

Home Position: Food Service Supervisor Location: OH - Franklin Crisis Intake/Triage 465 Harmon Ave Columbus, OH Remote Status: On-Site Job Id: 2888 # of Openings: 1 Change Lives With Recovery...

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Food Service Manager

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Akron, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 2 days ago

Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days...

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Food Service Director

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Ashland, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashland, OH
  • 4 days ago

Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days...

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Field Supervisor - Food Services

  • Ohio Department of Education
  • OH
  • 4 days ago
  • OH
  • 4 days ago

Field Supervisor position is an exempt position; contract begins July 1, 2026 and is 230 days. Salary range is $46,000 - $68,000. Position oversees several school districts in which Milford...

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Field Supervisor - Food Services

  • Mason City School District
  • Mason, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/Food Service - Office Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Milford Exempted Village School District Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: Until filled District:  ...

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School Cafeteria Manager: St. Joseph School

  • Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
  • Amherst, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Amherst, OH
  • 6 days ago

Back to jobs list Part Time School Cafeteria Manager: St. Joseph School St. Joseph School - Amherst A small, but mighty school is seeking a friendly and hardworking person to become our new school...

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Field Supervisor - Food Services

  • The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium
  • Milford, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Milford, OH
  • 7 days ago

True Openings as of 5/27/2026 Field Supervisor - Food Services JobID: 45385 Position Type: Food Service/ Food Service Manager Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Milford Exempted Village School District...

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Field Supervisor - Food Services

  • Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/ Food Service Manager Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Milford Exempted Village School District Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: Until filled District:   Milford...

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Seafood Manager

  • Restaurant Depot LLC
  • Valley View, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Valley View, OH
  • 9 days ago

Position Title: Seafood Manager Department: Seafood Supervisor: Assistant Branch Manager/Branch Manager FLSA: Non-exempt (Paid by the hour) Position Summary: Responsible for receiving product and...

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Columbus Zoo Food Service Supervisor

  • SSA Group
  • Powell, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Powell, OH
  • 12 days ago

Position Title: Food Service Supervisor Reports to: Food Service Operations Manager(s) Who are we : For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality...

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Food Service Director

  • UnitedStates
  • Batavia, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Batavia, OH
  • 12 days ago

Apply now Title: Food Service Director Requisition #: 651720 Location: Batavia, OH, US, 45103 Career Area: Food Service Description: Job Description The Food Service Director is a management...

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Cafeteria Manager

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Springfield, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Springfield, OH
  • 13 days ago

Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days...

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Food Service Supervisor

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 14 days ago

Overview Hospital Name: Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital Joint venture with Select Medical Position: Food Service Supervisor Location: Beachwood, OH Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital...

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Supervisor of Food Service

  • Penta Career Center
  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 16 days ago
  • Perrysburg, OH
  • 16 days ago

Supervisor of Food Service Penta Career Center Penta Career Center - Perrysburg, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education, and Penta Career...

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Director of Food Service

  • Butler County Area Application Consortium
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 26 days ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 26 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Director Date Posted: 5/8/2026 Location: Fairfield Administration Building Closing Date: until filled District:   Fairfield City School District   ...

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Demographic Data for Ohio

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Salary for Food Service Manager Jobs in Ohio

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Food Service Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Food Service Managers in Ohio offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.4%
High School or GED
21.6%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.7%
Master's Degree
7.8%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Food Service Managers in Ohio
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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