Catering Services Supervisor/Coordinator - USC-Aiken

Aramark; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food service is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to manage catering operations and ensure safety standards. This role involves staff training, event booking, and maintaining high service quality. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Must complete a sanitation course within the first year.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Experience with event booking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises catering operations and manages staff coordination.
• Ensures sanitation and safety standards are met.
• Handles booking of events and menu pricing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to perform basic arithmetic

Ability to read and understand instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

**Job Description**

Responsible for supervising, training, and managing the food service operation. Ensure that appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served.

**Resume Required**

**Job Responsibilities**

1. Develops and maintains a safety culture that promotes a work environment where no one gets hurt. Supervises catering operations, including staff coordination, rental equipment management, setup, preparation, service, and breakdown of catered foods, beverages, and events of varying size and complexity.
2. Handles booking of events, selecting and costing menu items, and pricing as needed.
3. Coordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, and interfaces with vendors and key service users within the client organization.
4. Represents Aramark and the client at meetings and events, facilitating external customer relations.
5. Ensures sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met through checklists, supervision, and follow-up.
6. Participates in catering training programs and assists in developing and implementing training for hourly, part-time, and student employees.
7. Supports the implementation and adherence to all Aramark Catering initiatives and guidelines.
8. Experience with event booking is preferred.

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

**Qualifications**

• Ability to read, write, and understand verbal instructions.
• Must complete a sanitation course before or during the first year as a lead.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Resolve interpersonal situations effectively.
• Strong organizational skills.

Minimum Education/Certification: High School Diploma/GED.

This role may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking, and standing. Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

H-300

**Education**

**About Aramark**

**Our Mission**

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, communities, and the planet.

Aramark is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

**About Aramark**

We serve millions daily through food and facilities in 15 countries. We aim to develop talents, fuel passions, and empower growth. Learn more at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on social media.