Catering Supervisor – Events, Training & Safety Lead

Aramark; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark leads catering services for Arizona State University Athletics in Tempe, AZ. The Catering Services Worker Lead supervises staff, coordinates event setup and breakdown, and ensures brand standards are met during diverse catering operations.

The role involves overseeing bookings, menu costing, staff hiring support, and maintaining sanitation and safety protocols while representing Aramark at client meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting required.
• Prior experience with booking of events preferred.
• A valid Food Handler Certificate and Alcohol Server Certification are required. Candidates who do not currently hold these certifications must obtain them before their start date.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises catering operations including coordination of staff and rental equipment, setup, preparation, service, and breakdown of catered foods, beverages, and events of varying size and complexity.
• 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 key service users within client organization.
• Facilitate external customer relations; represents Aramark and the client at meetings and events.
• Ensures sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met through checklists, supervision, and follow-up.
• Participates in catering training programs; helps develop and implement training for hourly, part-time, and student employees.
• Aid in implementation and adherence to Aramark OpX Catering initiatives and guidelines.

Skills

Supervision

Event coordination

Safety compliance

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Alcohol Server Certification

Job description

Aramark leads catering services for Arizona State University Athletics in Tempe, AZ. The Catering Services Worker Lead supervises staff, coordinates event setup and breakdown, and ensures brand standards are met during diverse catering operations.

The role involves overseeing bookings, menu costing, staff hiring support, and maintaining sanitation and safety protocols while representing Aramark at client meetings and events.