Catering Manager - Aramark @Dalhousie University

Aramark; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering services provider in Halifax is seeking a Catering Manager to oversee catering functions and develop strategies for growth. The role requires managing relationships with clients, ensuring quality food and service, and collaborating with the culinary team. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing sizable events and possess strong communication and management skills. Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in conference and catering.
• Experience managing events for 250+ guests.
• Ability to manage budgets and financials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering functions and special events.
• Ensure food and service meet quality control standards.
• Collaborate with departments to grow catering business.

Skills

Communication skills

Management skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary education in hospitality

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Catering software

Job description

Job Description

This is an opportunity to join the culinary team at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Aramark provides catering services to faculty members as well as to external partners and guests for conferences, banquets, weddings, etc. The Catering Manager will be responsible for relationships with key stakeholders at Dalhousie University managing high end catering and conference events as well as developing new strategies to highlight catering business on and off campus.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee catering functions and special events for internal and external clients and groups
• Meet with clients for needs, floor plans, rentals, and event staffing
• Collaborate with Chefs to plan event menus introducing seasonal fare using Aramark standards
• Ensure food and service meet quality control standards; assist with purchases and inventory
• Follow financial budget and profitability related to food and labour costs and expenses
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on costing to ensure profitability
• Oversee staff schedules through appropriate allocation per event bookings
• Ensure staff is trained on catering Standard Operating Procedures
• Collaborate with departments to develop a plan to grow the catering services business
• Network via social media and in-person events within the community to highlight our services

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 may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a hospitality related field is an asset
• 2-3 years conference and catering experience in Hospitality and/or Food & Beverage programs
• Experience managing sizeable catering events - 250+ guests
• Excellent communicator and management skills; organized; detail oriented
• Ability to understand and manage budgets and financials
• Good working knowledge of MS office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and catering software
• A sales background in hospitality is a definite asset; ability to market via social media
• Professional yet friendly with exceptional interpersonal skills is required
• The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.