Senior Catering & Events Manager

Aramark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Catering Services Manager to lead all catering solutions and special events at the location. You will guide the catering team to deliver events in line with client expectations and Aramark service standards.

The role focuses on developing catering solutions, mentoring staff, and ensuring on-time delivery, accuracy of banquet event orders, and compliance with safety policies. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least two years in management are

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role.
• Prior experience in events, hospitality and catering preferred.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Available to work event-based hours.
• Must have excellent communications skills.
• Complete Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required.
• Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and complete catering solutions to meet customers’ needs.
• Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport.
• Deliver consistent quality in planning and carrying out events.
• Facilitate the delivery of prepared food and set up of events crafted from banquet event orders.
• Assist clients in planning special events and providing creative solutions to clients’ needs.
• Train and lead catering employees to ensure catering and event standards are followed.
• Provide completed Banquet Event Orders to team and provide quality assurance all requests are met prior to event.
• Responsible for delivering food and labor targets.
• Responsible for execution of catering events of varied size and scope including staffing and management.
• Ensure accurate reporting of all catering related revenue, expenses, and receivables.
• Recruit, train, schedule and develop team members.
• Ensure compliance with all food, occupational, and environmental safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Event planning

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Catering Services Manager to lead all catering solutions and special events at the location. You will guide the catering team to deliver events in line with client expectations and Aramark service standards.

The role focuses on developing catering solutions, mentoring staff, and ensuring on-time delivery, accuracy of banquet event orders, and compliance with safety policies. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least two years in management are