What is a fast food services manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a fast food services manager

1. Explore fast food services manager education requirements

   Most common fast food services manager degrees

   High School Diploma

   69.2 %

   Bachelor's

   15.4 %

   Diploma

   7.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific fast food services manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Building Maintenance	16.39%
   Food Quality	11.97%
   Personnel Performance	11.69%
   Bank Deposits	10.75%
   Product Quality	9.89%

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3. Complete relevant fast food services manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New fast food services managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a fast food services manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real fast food services manager resumes.

4. Research fast food services manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all food regulatory documentation ensuring accuracy and compliancy with FDA, CFIA and EFSA agencies.
   • Collaborate with culinary staff in special event menu planning and actively in planning and development of new catering business.
   • Conduct period inventory; maintaining records to comply with Aramark, government and accrediting agency standards.

5. Apply for fast food services manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a fast food services manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams