Catering Services Worker Lead

Aramark; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food and facilities services is seeking a Catering Service Worker Lead in Houston, Texas. This role involves supervising catering operations, managing event bookings, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have operational experience in a hotel or banquet setting, along with strong event management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting required.
• Prior experience with event booking preferred.
• Physical demands may include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking.

Responsibilities

• Supervises catering operations including staff coordination and event management.
• Manages event bookings and menu selections.
• Ensures compliance with sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Supervision

Event Management

Customer Relations

Job description

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The Catering Service Worker Lead is responsible for supervision and support in planning catering events of varying sizes and levels in both central and satellite locations. Ensures that all catering brand standards and initiatives are consistently achieved.

Job Responsibilities

Develops and is accountable for a safety culture that creates a work environment where no one gets hurt. Directly supervises catering operations including duties such as staff coordination, rental equipment management, set-up, preparation, service, and breakdown of catered foods, beverages, and events of varying size and complexity.

Manages event bookings, selects and costs menu items, and handles pricing as needed.

Assists with hiring, discipline, and performance reviews.

Coordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, and interfaces with vendors and key service users within the client organization.

Facilitates external customer relations; represents Aramark and the client at meetings and events.

Ensures compliance with sanitation, organization, and safety standards through checklists, supervision, and follow-up.

Participates in all catering training programs and helps develop and implement training for hourly, part-time, and student employees.

Aids in the implementation and adherence to all Aramark OpX Catering initiatives and guidelines.

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

Qualifications

Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting required.

Prior experience with event booking preferred.

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

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

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

At Aramark, we believe every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and participate fully in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate 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

The people of Aramark serve millions daily through food and facilities services across 15 countries. We are committed to developing talents, fueling passions, and empowering growth. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.