

In the Bottom 20% of 1339 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
In the Bottom 15% of 63 Nearby Companies in Philadelphia, PA
5th place versus 5 competitors rated on Comparably
John Zillmer is a highly effective and successful business leader with deep experience and expertise in the food services and related businesses, corporate culture, logistics and corporate governance. Zillmer is also an expert in strategies for business optimization and process improvement, having previously served Aramark for nearly two decades with a focus on clients and consumers.
During his time at the Company, Zillmer progressed through the ranks, acting as Vice President of Operating Systems, Regional VP, Area VP, Executive VP Business Dining Services, President of Business Services Group and President of International, ultimately becoming President of Global Food and Support Services. Under his leadership, Aramark Food & Support Services was a best-in-class company and the largest food management provider in North America.
After leaving Aramark, Zillmer became Chairman and CEO of Allied Waste Industries. He also served as CEO and Executive Chairman of Univar, a global chemical and ingredients distributor.
The CEO score provides an understanding of how employees feel about the CEO’s leadership style and effectiveness at Aramark.
Based on 675 ratings, John Zillmer ranks right below G&K Services' CEO, Chris Ferrell.
Aramark's CEO is highly regarded by the Engineering department, the HR department, and employees who have been at the company 1 to 2 Years. However, Asian or Pacific Islander employees and the Customer Support department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Overall, the CEO score has remained stable over the last 90 days.
Aramark ranks in the Bottom 20% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for CEO Rating Score.
Aramark ranks in the Bottom 15% of other companies in Philadelphia, PA for CEO Rating Score.
