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The Bench Operations Manager serves as a regional operational resource supporting multiple SeniorLife+ communities throughout the assigned territory. This highly visible leadership role partners closely with Regional Directors of Operations to provide interim operational leadership, support new account transitions, stabilize challenged locations, mentor site leadership, and ensure consistent execution of Aramark standards across Culinary Services. This position requires extensive travel and the ability to quickly assess operations, build relationships, lead teams through change, and drive measurable improvements in quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and resident satisfaction. The ideal candidate is an experienced Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) with strong operational expertise in healthcare foodservice and long-term care.
Job Responsibility
Monitor and drive day to day operations
Manage payroll using company software system
Manage quality improvement initiatives for areas of responsibility and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Responsible for staffing, performance management, training, and resource planning
Lead document management activities to ensure policies and procedures are followed and practices comply with regulations
Manage quality improvement initiatives for areas of responsibility and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
Serve as the operational lead for multiple communities, providing interim leadership during vacancies, leaves of absence, new account openings, and special projects
Partner with Regional Directors of Operations to assess site performance and implement operational improvement plans
Coach, mentor, and develop Culinary Managers and department leadership to improve operational effectiveness
Support state surveys, regulatory readiness, corrective action plans, and post-survey follow-up
Standardize operational processes and ensure consistent execution of Aramark programs, policies, and best practices
Assist with new account startups, account transitions, and integration of new leaders
Analyze financial performance including labor, food cost, inventory management, and budget adherence while identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies
Build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted operational partner to facility leadership
Travel extensively throughout the assigned region to meet business needs