Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Job Description
Portfolio Group, a distinguished division within the Workplace Experience Group, specializes in delivering premier catering and corporate dining services. Renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence, the company caters to executive environments where high standards and flawless service are essential. The Portfolio Group is recognized for creating seamless dining experiences that span from casual breakroom services to sophisticated boardroom events, offering a comprehensive suite of tailored solutions across various business portfolios. Their philosophy revolves around building strong partnerships and delivering innovative, convenient, and consistent experiences, truly embodying the motto: One Partner. Infinite Solutions.
The Catering Manager role at Portfolio Group is a compelling opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and oversee all catering functions for a prominent corporate dining account. This position demands a leader who can ensure exceptional dining experiences through precise planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. As the Catering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of catering services, from understanding client needs and designing catering solutions to supervising event setups and guaranteeing quality delivery. The role is integral to maintaining the high standards expected in executive environments, requiring close collaboration with clients, internal teams, and catering staff to achieve flawless event performance. Emphasis is placed on quality assurance, client rapport, team leadership, and financial oversight, including managing budgets and revenue reporting. This role also involves recruiting, training, and developing catering staff to uphold and exceed hospitality standards.
Aramark, the parent corporation of Portfolio Group, is a global leader serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries through food and facilities management. Aramark is deeply committed to service excellence, sustainability, and inclusive employment practices, ensuring a supportive and dynamic workplace. The Catering Manager position is event-driven, requiring flexibility to work varied hours to accommodate event schedules. A successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in hospitality management, and certifications such as Food Handler and Alcohol Service. Physical requirements include the ability to handle tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
This position not only offers a chance to contribute to high-profile corporate dining experiences but also provides an environment conducive to professional growth and skill development. Portfolio Group values talent development and fosters an inclusive culture where employees are empowered to realize their full potential. If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in dynamic, client-focused settings, this Catering Manager role offers a meaningful career path within a respected industry leader.
The Catering Manager role at Portfolio Group is a compelling opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and oversee all catering functions for a prominent corporate dining account. This position demands a leader who can ensure exceptional dining experiences through precise planning, coordination, and execution of catering events. As the Catering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of catering services, from understanding client needs and designing catering solutions to supervising event setups and guaranteeing quality delivery. The role is integral to maintaining the high standards expected in executive environments, requiring close collaboration with clients, internal teams, and catering staff to achieve flawless event performance. Emphasis is placed on quality assurance, client rapport, team leadership, and financial oversight, including managing budgets and revenue reporting. This role also involves recruiting, training, and developing catering staff to uphold and exceed hospitality standards.
Aramark, the parent corporation of Portfolio Group, is a global leader serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries through food and facilities management. Aramark is deeply committed to service excellence, sustainability, and inclusive employment practices, ensuring a supportive and dynamic workplace. The Catering Manager position is event-driven, requiring flexibility to work varied hours to accommodate event schedules. A successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in hospitality management, and certifications such as Food Handler and Alcohol Service. Physical requirements include the ability to handle tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
This position not only offers a chance to contribute to high-profile corporate dining experiences but also provides an environment conducive to professional growth and skill development. Portfolio Group values talent development and fosters an inclusive culture where employees are empowered to realize their full potential. If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in dynamic, client-focused settings, this Catering Manager role offers a meaningful career path within a respected industry leader.
Job Requirements
- 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
Job 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
Job Duties
- 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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