Catering Services Manager: Lead Events & Teams

Aramark; Chester, Northern (Delaware County, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Catering Services Manager in West Chester, PA to lead all catering solutions and special events. You will guide the catering team to meet customer expectations and service standards, delivering events from plan to execution.

The role requires experience in events/hospitality, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and ability to work event-based hours. You will also ensure safety and quality across catering operations and revenues.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience.
• Prior management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in events, hospitality and catering preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Available to work event-based hours.
• Excellent communications skills required.
• Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver catering solutions meeting customer needs.
• Maintain effective client and customer rapport.
• Deliver consistent event planning and execution quality.
• Coordinate delivery of prepared food and setup of events.
• Assist clients in planning events with creative solutions.
• Train and lead catering staff to uphold service standards.
• Provide Banquet Event Orders and ensure QA for all requests.
• Meet food and labor targets for events.
• Oversee execution of catering events of varying size and scope.
• Ensure accurate reporting of catering revenue, expenses and receivables.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop team members.
• Ensure compliance with food, occupational and environmental safety policies.

Skills

2+ years experience

Management experience

Events hospitality catering

Excellent communication

Food Handlers Certification

Alcohol Service Certification

Team leadership

Event-based hours

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Catering Services Manager in West Chester, PA to lead all catering solutions and special events. You will guide the catering team to meet customer expectations and service standards, delivering events from plan to execution.

The role requires experience in events/hospitality, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and ability to work event-based hours. You will also ensure safety and quality across catering operations and revenues.