Catering Lead & Events Coordinator

Aramark; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Florida is seeking a Catering Service Worker Lead to supervise catering events, ensure brand standards, and support planning across central and satellite locations.

The role emphasizes safety culture, event booking and menu costing, staff development, and collaboration with internal teams and vendors. It is a hands-on leadership position with opportunities to contribute to Aramark OpX initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting.
• Prior experience with booking of events preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises catering operations including staff coordination, rental equipment, setup, service, and breakdown for events of varying size.
• Booking of events, selecting and costing menu items, and pricing as needed.
• Assists with hiring, discipline, and performance reviews.
• Coordinates activities with other internal departments. Participates in management team meetings. Interfaces with vendors and client organizations.
• Facilitate external customer relations; represents Aramark and the client at meetings and events.
• Ensures sanitation, organization, and safety standards via checklists and hands-on supervision.
• Participates in catering training programs; helps develop training for hourly, part-time, and student employees.
• Aid in implementation and adherence to all Aramark OpX Catering initiatives and guidelines.

Skills

Event planning

Staff supervision

Vendor coordination

Safety culture

Job description

Aramark in Florida is seeking a Catering Service Worker Lead to supervise catering events, ensure brand standards, and support planning across central and satellite locations.

The role emphasizes safety culture, event booking and menu costing, staff development, and collaboration with internal teams and vendors. It is a hands-on leadership position with opportunities to contribute to Aramark OpX initiatives.