Director of Catering

Aramark; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK is seeking an experienced Catering Manager for Bolger Center in Potomac, MD to oversee all catering operations for events and conferences, coordinating bookings, supervising teams, pricing services, and maintaining high standards of service and presentation.

The role requires 4+ years in catering or events, strong communication, and availability for event-based hours; a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of experience.
• Requires at least 1-3 years of management experience.
• Experience in events and catering.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Available to work event-based hours.
• Complete Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering operations: booking events, supervising teams, costing menus, pricing.
• Prepare, service, and cleanup for multiple catering operations.
• Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customer needs.
• Develop and maintain client rapport.
• Develop and implement annual comprehensive marketing plan for catering, including collateral, sales strategies and budgets.
• Establish service and presentation standards for catering operations and ensure compliance.
• Implement new services to support growth and client retentions.
• Stay ahead of catering trends and advise clients and staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience in events and catering

4+ years experience

Available for event-based hours

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Surrounded by 43 acres of manicured grounds, lush gardens, and rolling Maryland countryside, Bolger Center, a conference hotel, offers the most exclusive accommodations in Potomac, Maryland. Located in close proximity to Bethesda and Rockville, it is central to all three DC airports. This 431-room historic hotel features the beautiful Stained-Glass Ballroom, offering spectacular ambiance for retreats, milestones, and meetings. Enjoy all the amenities of a country-style resort, plentiful recreation facilities, and extensive indoor and outdoor dining venues. Bolger Center is perfect for the new \"bizcation\" experience; travel for work and stay for leisure! Rejuvenate while enjoying our local seasonal cuisine created for the most discerning palate.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $69,000.00 to $93,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate total catering operations to include duties such as booking events, supervising teams, developing, selecting, and costing menus, pricing, hiring, and departmental administration




• Be responsible for all aspects of preparation, service, and cleanup for multiple catering operations




• Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customers' needs




• Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport




• Develop and implement annual comprehensive marketing plan for catering, including but not limited to collateral, sales strategies, and marketing budgets




• Establish and implement service and presentation standards for all catering operations, implement processes to ensure compliance and consistency




• Implement new services to support base business growth and client retentions




• Stay ahead of and advise clients, customers and staff on current catering trends and products




• Facilitate the delivery of prepared food built from banquet event orders




• Participate in sales process and negotiations of contracts and assist clients in planning special events




• Train and lead catering employees to ensure catering standards are followed




• Responsible for setting and delivering sales, food, and labor targets




• Responsible for execution of catering events of varied size and scope including staffing and management




• Responsible for components accounting functions including accurate reporting of all catering related revenue, expenses, and receivables




• Ensure compliance with all food, occupational and environmental safety policies

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

Qualifications

• Requires at least 4 years of experience




• Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role




• Previous experience in events and catering required




• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required




• Strong communication skills




• Available to work event-based hours




• Complete Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

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

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 that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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 applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.