Catering Manager

Portfolio Group is seeking a Catering Manager to lead all catering functions for a premier corporate dining account. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a refined, executive environment where attention to detail and flawless execution are paramount. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of catering operations, from planning and coordination to execution.

Job 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 ensuring quality in final presentation
• 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

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 2 years of experience 
• Prior experience in a management or supervisory role preferred
• Previous 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, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Education