Event Catering Lead & Operations Coordinator

Aramark; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Catering Services Coordinator at Florida State University in Tallahassee to supervise events and ensure brand standards across central and satellite locations.

You will manage staff, coordinate with vendors, book events, price menus, and support safety and sanitation programs to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This role also offers opportunities to lead training for hourly and student employees and contribute to OpX initiatives within Aramark.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting required.
• Prior experience with booking of events preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises catering operations including staff coordination, equipment setup, service and breakdown.
• Books events, selects and costs menu items, and sets 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 any and all meetings and events.
• Ensures that appropriate sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met through the use of checklists, hands-on supervision, and follow-up.
• Participates in all catering training programs; helps to develop and implement training programs for hourly, part-time, and student employees.
• Aid in implementation and adherence to all Aramark OpX Catering initiatives and guidelines.

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Catering Services Coordinator at Florida State University in Tallahassee to supervise events and ensure brand standards across central and satellite locations.

You will manage staff, coordinate with vendors, book events, price menus, and support safety and sanitation programs to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This role also offers opportunities to lead training for hourly and student employees and contribute to OpX initiatives within Aramark.