Food Court Manager

Job Description

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Food Court Manager to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Food Court Manager is responsible for overseeing food court operations, ensuring compliance with Navy food service standards, maintaining sanitation and safety protocols, and providing high-quality meal services. This role requires leadership, organizational skills, and expertise in food service management to deliver exceptional operation standards. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Managing daily operations of the food court to ensure smooth and efficient food service delivery.

Supervising food service staff, scheduling shifts, monitoring performance, and providing ongoing training to meet Navy food service standards.

Maintaining compliance with Navy accounting systems and protocols, including accurate reporting and financial documentation.

Ensuring all food preparation is executed to the highest standards, adhering to Navy guidelines and customer requirements.

Monitoring sanitation and safety standards, including compliance with formal sanitation training protocols.

Providing leadership and oversight to maintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing food court environment.

Managing inventory control, overseeing the procurement of food, supplies, and materials to maintain adequate stock levels.

Collaborating with stakeholders to develop menus that are nutritious, cost-effective, and appealing.

Reviewing feedback from customers and staff to optimize service delivery and resolve any operational issues proactively.

Preparing and overseeing operational reports, including accounting records, sales data, and performance metrics for leadership review.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Navy food service management.

Demonstrated knowledge of Navy accounting systems and food service compliance.

At least one (1) year of formal education in food service preparation.

Formal training in sanitation practices and relevant safety protocols.

Exceptional organizational and leadership skills to manage both daily operations and long-term strategic initiatives.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to act as a liaison between staff, customers, and stakeholders.

Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.

Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.

Valid country driver’s license.

Advanced knowledge of Navy-specific food service policies, inventory management systems, and health standards.

Experience delivering food service training and providing mentorship to diverse teams.

Familiarity with military or government dining facility operations and processes.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.