Food Service Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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.

1-15 of 19 Jobs
Dale Rogers Training Center

Food Service Supervisor

TITLE: Dining Facility Supervisor QUALIFICATIONS: · Extensive supervisory experience in food service · Knowledge of Quality Control and Training · Excellent oral and written communication skills...

Category Manager - Food Service

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 hour ago

Req ID: 458187 BASIC PURPOSE: The Category Manager has an overall responsibility to drive commercial value and enhance Loves competitive position through end-to-end category management activities...

Food Service Manager III

  • Lexington, OK
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lexington, OK
  • 6 hours ago

Job Posting Title Food Service Manager III Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC JHCC Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) March 26, 2025 Note: Applications will be...

Food Service Manager III

  • Cleveland, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OK
  • 1 day ago

Job Posting Title Food Service Manager III Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC JHCC Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) March 26, 2025 Note: Applications will be...

Specialty Dairy Manager

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Homeland Store 235 - OKC, OK Position Type : Part Time Education Level : High School Diploma or Equivalent Salary Range : $13.50 Hourly Job Shift :...

Supervisor Food Service, Tamarack

  • Altus, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Altus, OK
  • 9 days ago

Responsible for all of the kitchen duties on a routine basis. Limited general menu duties, such as substitutions and ordering food/supplies for the facility kitchen. Responsible for scheduling...

Food Service Manager I

  • McLoud, OK
  • 14 days ago
  • McLoud, OK
  • 14 days ago

Job Posting Title Food Service Manager I Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC MBCC Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) March 12, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted...

Food Service Manager I

  • OK
  • 15 days ago
  • OK
  • 15 days ago

Job Posting Title Food Service Manager I Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC MBCC Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) March 12, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted...

Food Service - Supervisor

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 26 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 26 days ago

Food Service Supervisor The SSA Group at the Tulsa Zoo is seeking a talented Food Service Supervisor to join our team! This is a part-time/seasonal position. Who are we : SSA Group works with...

Food Service Supervisor

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Details Req ID: req19150 Position Title: Food Service Supervisor Position Type: Staff Full-Time Position Number: 630500 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Student Union Dining Location...

Food Service Supervisor

  • Stillwater, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stillwater, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Details Req ID: req19150 Position Title: Food Service Supervisor Position Type: Staff Full-Time Position Number: 630500 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Student Union Dining Location...

Assistant Food Service Supervisor

  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Responds to customer inquiries regarding food quality, service, or accommodations and resolves the problems and routine complaints....

Assistant Food Service Supervisor

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Responds to customer inquiries regarding food quality, service, or accommodations and resolves the problems and routine complaints....

Travel Assistant Cafeteria Manager

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Child Nutrition/ Middle School Assistant Cafeteria Manager Date Posted: 1/15/2025 Location: CHILD NUTRITION Date Available: 01/21/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

Elementary Cafeteria Manager

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Child Nutrition/ Elementary Cafeteria Manager Date Posted: 12/10/2024 Location: SCISSORTAIL ELEMENTARY Date Available: 12/17/2024 Closing Date: Until Filled   ...

Demographic Data for Oklahoma

Moving to Oklahoma? Find some basic demographic data about Oklahoma below.


Local
National
3,959,261
94,077

Food Service Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitality curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Food and Nutrition: The Truth Behind Food Headlines
Please note this course runs without facilitation Due to conflicting messages from the media, its becoming harder to know what to believe when it comes to following a healthy diet and lifestyle....
Global Food Futures and Agri-food Systems Solutions
Learners will analyze proposed solutions to some of the most pressing agri-food challenges and participate in creating innovative solutions to build a global food system in the face of rapidly...
Future of Food: Building Sustainable Food Supply Systems
The global food industry is worth over $9 trillion and boasts thousands of complex supply chains. Many of these networks have yet to incorporate sustainability into their practices, despite...

Salary for Food Service Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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 Oklahoma offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.1%
High School or GED
21.9%
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 Oklahoma
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



Food Service Manager Related Career Advice Articles

Confident restaurant manager
Think You Want to Be a Restaurant Manager? Read This First.

Considering a career in restaurant management? Read iHireHospitality’s primer and learn about a restaurant manager’s daily duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
happy female restaurant manager on the phone while looking at her tablet
9 Cities With Exciting Hospitality Management Jobs

Check out our guide to some of the best locations in the US for hotel management jobs, restaurant management jobs, and other hospitality careers.

Read article »