Catering Operations & Events Manager

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Education assistance

Scholarships for dependents

Career development

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the daily operations of our catering department at MacEwan University in Edmonton. You will oversee events, manage client bookings, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and contracts.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, client relationship building, and adherence to health, safety, and company policies. A valid driver’s license and 2–4 years of catering experience are required.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of catering experience.
• Demonstrated experience in successful business growth.
• Completion of Hospitality or Food and Beverage program.
• Skilled in relationship building and customer service.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering functions and events for internal and external clients/groups.
• Meet with clients to determine catering requirements, floor plans, rentals, staffing for events.
• Responsible for customer booking and creating contracts.
• Work closely with Executive Chef, plan menus for clients.
• Responsible for final approval of catering contracts pre-event.
• Ensure job instructions are clearly understood so that tasks are completed effectively to the client’s satisfaction.
• Ensure all staff provide quality, courteous service to all customers.
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards.
• Manage catering purchases and inventory.
• Responsible for Catering Budget.
• Conduct weekly meetings with team.
• Responsible for seeking new clients and sales to grow the business.
• Establish and maintain clientele rapports.
• Resolve customer concerns.
• Oversee staff scheduling.
• Oversee training and management of staff.
• Ensure all staff adhere to the Health and Safety Policy as well as Aramark Policies and Procedures.
• Uphold Classic Fare Catering standards through training and taking part in program updates offered by Head Office.
• Perform other duties assigned by your Manager.

Skills

Catering experience

Leadership skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Valid driver’s license

Education

Hospitality or Food & Beverage program

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Catering Manager to lead the daily operations of our catering department at MacEwan University in Edmonton. You will oversee events, manage client bookings, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and contracts.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, client relationship building, and adherence to health, safety, and company policies. A valid driver’s license and 2–4 years of catering experience are required.