Sustainability Coordinator - University Of South Carolina

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Job Summary:

This position plays a vital role in implementation of Aramark's Be Well. Do Well. Sustainability plan as well supporting our campus sustainability efforts and serving as a liaison to the campus community.

In alignment with the University's sustainability priorities and Be Well. Do Well., the Sustainability Coordinator will work with field operations teams to implement standard operating sustainability procedures and practices in the areas of waste reduction, sustainable food sourcing, education and engagement, and efficient operations. The candidate will manage the overall sustainability program for dining operations, and work with the onsite marketing team and dietitian to communicate results. The position directly contributes to sales growth, market penetration, and customer satisfaction. This person will educate both the dining team and the campus community on sustainability concepts, frameworks and programs and how these programs impact people and planet. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience implementing sustainability programs and a strong interest in food systems, environmental impact, and high education.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Host educational tabling events around campus and at dining location, including events promoting local foods, plant forward eating, waste minimization, and composting.
• Create educational marketing materials for distribution to the student body and write content for the website and newsletter.
• Support long-term projects, such as waste auditing and food recovery.
• Implement a comprehensive waste minimization strategy and program.
• Work with operations team on energy and water consumption, including green building elements
• Serve as department liaison to campus and external community for sustainability-related efforts
• Engage dining team to develop, implement, and manage campus sustainability solutions as well as elevate effectiveness of program/ project/ functions
• Research sustainability initiatives and best practices around the country and evaluate current sustainability programs at the University level.
• Maintain effective client and customer rapport. Identify client needs and respond appropriately.
• Supervise, lead, train and monitor activities of dining services staff.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties many change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate field and 1-3 years of related experience; or any equivalent experience and education combination.

• Must posses the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management & build a strong team and client relations.

• Experience with composting, recycling, and food recovery programs.

• Basic data analysis skills or experience using tracking software.

• Possess passion for sustainability efforts.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.