Catering Services Manager

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Catering Services Manager to oversee catering solutions and special events. In this leadership role, you will guide a dedicated team to ensure exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include developing creative catering solutions, managing event logistics, and maintaining quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a collaborative environment that values skill development and customer focus. If you are passionate about hospitality and event management, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering management and event planning.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and train a catering team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement catering solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Manage the execution of various catering events, ensuring quality and compliance.

Skills

Event Planning

Customer Relationship Management

Staff Training

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Certification in Catering Management

Job description

**Job Description**

The Catering Services Manager is a leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering solutions and special events at the location. This role leads the catering team to ensure events and catering delivery requests meet customer expectations and adhere to service standards.

**Job Responsibilities**

1. Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customer needs.
2. Build and maintain effective client and customer relationships.
3. Ensure consistent quality in planning and executing events.
4. Coordinate the delivery of prepared food and the setup of events based on banquet event orders.
5. Assist clients in planning special events and provide creative solutions to their needs.
6. Train and lead catering staff to follow catering and event standards, ensuring quality in final presentation.
7. Provide completed Banquet Event Orders to the team and ensure all requests are met prior to events.
8. Achieve food and labor cost targets.
9. Manage the execution of catering events of various sizes, including staffing and management.
10. Accurately report all catering-related revenue, expenses, and receivables.
11. Recruit, train, schedule, and develop team members.
12. Ensure compliance with all food safety, occupational, and environmental policies.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done makes a positive impact on our employees and customers. Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.