A Food Service Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of food service establishments such as restaurants, cafes, catering businesses, hospitals, schools and corporate offices. The primary responsibility of a Food Service Manager is to ensure that the food service establishment is running efficiently and that the customers or guests are satisfied with the quality of food and service.

Some of the key duties and responsibilities of a Food Service Manager may include managing staff, preparing budgets, ordering supplies, scheduling employees, ensuring food safety and quality, developing menus as well as maintaining equipment and facilities. They must also ensure that the food service operations comply with regulatory requirements and standards. 

Food Service Managers work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment requiring excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills. They must be able to manage and motivate a team, resolve conflicts and make decisions under pressure. Food Service Managers must also stay up-to-date with industry trends, new products and technologies in order to provide the best possible service to customers or guests.

• Students can pursue BA or B.Sc in Hospitality management.
• Candidates need to have a good understanding of MS Office.
• To get in-depth knowledge about hospitality management, seekers can opt for a certification course, diploma or any other training program.
• A year of experience is a must for aspirants.

The field of hotel management aims to provide in-depth knowledge and enhance the skills of the students. To do such a task, the hospitality management presents innumerable job profiles:  

• Food Technologist
• Food Safety Officer
• Food Safety
• Lodging Managers
• Food & Beverage Supervisor
• Lodging Managers

Employment Sector

• Self-employed workers
• Restaurants
• Accommodations
• Special Food Services

There are many recruiters from leading companies who enlist potential students in the hotel management field. Following are some Recruiters from where students can find an employment opportunity in India:

• Amul 
• KFC
• Taj Group
• ITC Hotels
• Vivanta by Taj
• Nestle
• Oberoi Sheraton 

The salary range may vary from company to company, but the salary of a food service manager is very impressive in India.

• Multitasking skills
• Attention to Detail
• Positive attitude
• Multi-lingual
• Problem-solving skills

The career scope of a Food Service Manager is broad and diverse providing opportunities in various industries. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication as well as problem-solving abilities. If you are interested in a career as a Food Service Manager, you can pursue relevant education and training in order to gain the necessary skills and experience required for this role.

• Opportunity to learn new dishes or recipes 
• Not a monotonous job
• Scope of meeting new people
• Free flow of creativity

• Need to have good customer service skills
• Must have 1-2 years of experience
• Need to maintain the quality of the food
• The field requires a good knowledge of food