A global food service, hospitality and facilities management company serving education, healthcare, business, sports and corrections clients.
aramark.comLegal name
Aramark Corporation
CEO
John Zillmer
Founded
1936
Employees
278,390 (2025)Industry
Food service and facilities management services
Revenue (FY25)
$18.5 billion
Market Cap
$14.75 billion
Listed on
NYSE: ARMK
Headquarters
2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
Website
aramark.comAramark Corporation is a US food service, facilities and uniform-adjacent services company headquartered at 2400 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1936, the company provides food, hospitality and facilities management to clients across education, healthcare, business, sports, entertainment and corrections sectors. It trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker ARMK.
The company employs roughly 278,390 people and operates across 19 countries. It's led by Chief Executive Officer John Zillmer, who rejoined the company in that role in October 2019. Stephen Sadove serves as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, and Jim Tarangelo has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since January 2024.
For fiscal year 2025, Aramark reported revenue of about $18.5 billion, and its market capitalization stood near $14.75 billion. The company spun off its uniform services business in 2023, sharpening its focus on food and facilities management. Its trailing-twelve-month revenue has since grown to roughly $19.4 billion.
Chief Executive Officer
Non-Executive Chairman of the Board
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Chief Operating Officer, US
Interview experience
6/10
Interview difficulty
Easy
Interview process length
About a day or two
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Q: Were you afraid to take initiative for anything you may have done during your time with the company?
A: They want to see that you act without being told when the moment calls for it. Give a short example where you spotted a problem and handled it yourself.
Q: Can you handle the pressure of working around inmates while getting everyday meals out?
A: This role sits inside a correctional facility, so they're checking that you stay calm and follow security rules under stress. Show steady judgment and respect for procedure.
Q: What's your availability, and do you mind walking a lot?
A: They need to confirm your schedule fits their shifts and that you're fine being on your feet all day. Be honest and specific about the hours you can cover.
Q: Why do you want to work here?
A: Tie your answer to something real about Aramark, like its scale, its client sites, or the chance to grow from an hourly role into management. Avoid generic filler.
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June 15, 2026
Aramark Student Nutrition updates school menus for the 2026 to 2027 year
Aramark Student Nutrition announced a nationwide update to school menus, removing artificial dyes and regulated additives such as Red 40, Yellow 5 and titanium dioxide. The reformulation followed feedback from nearly 90,000 students and parents.
#StudentNutrition #K12 #Menus
View postMay 12, 2026
Aramark reports second quarter fiscal 2026 earnings with 15% revenue growth
For the quarter ended April 3, 2026, Aramark posted revenue of $4.907 billion, up about 15% year over year, with 12% organic growth. Adjusted EPS rose 43.1% to $0.49 and the stock jumped in premarket trading.
#Earnings #ARMK #Revenue
View postApril 23, 2026
Aramark enters hyperscale AI data center market with Nexus platform
Aramark launched Aramark Nexus, an integrated hospitality and workforce-support platform for hyperscale AI data centers and remote sites. The company secured a multi-year engagement with a top global hyperscaler covering housing, dining, transportation and housekeeping.
#AIDataCenters #Nexus #NewContract
View postFebruary 19, 2026
Aramark reports higher revenue in first quarter fiscal 2026
Aramark posted first quarter fiscal 2026 revenue of $4.83 billion, up 6% year over year on base business expansion and new contracts. Net income eased to $96.2 million from $105.6 million a year earlier.
#Earnings #Q1FY2026 #Revenue
View postJanuary 29, 2026
Aramark named to Fortune's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list
Aramark earned the No. 4 spot in the Diversified Outsourcing Services category on Fortune's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list. It ranked as the leading food and facilities services company on the criteria of innovation, people management and financial soundness.
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View postAramark provides food, hospitality and facilities management services to clients across education, healthcare, business, sports, entertainment and corrections sectors.
