Catering Manager - Dining Services Collegiate Hospitality Greater Atlanta Area

Aramark is a globally recognized leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With roots firmly planted in delivering exceptional service, Aramark is committed to creating meaningful moments and experiences for its customers, partners, employees, and communities. The company values diversity, inclusivity, and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a welcoming environment free from discrimination on any basis. Aramark’s mission is to inspire its workforce to do great things, fostering professional growth while contributing positively to the environment and society at large. This dedication to purpose and service drives Aramark’s reputation as a trusted and valued partner in the industries it serves.

The Catering Services Manager role at Aramark is a pivotal leadership position responsible for managing the complete spectrum of catering operations and special events at a designated location. This position requires a dynamic individual who can lead a catering team in orchestrating flawless event execution, from conceptualizing catering solutions tailored to customer needs to delivering events that exceed client expectations. The Catering Services Manager plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

In this role, you will be entrusted with developing and implementing catering solutions that address diverse client requirements. You will foster strong relationships with clients to ensure a clear understanding of their event goals and expectations, translating these into successful event plans. Your leadership will encompass training and supervising catering staff to ensure adherence to food safety, occupational safety, and environmental policies, while also guaranteeing excellence in presentation and service delivery. Managing the logistics of food preparation, event setup, and on-site delivery, you will ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Additionally, this position involves budget management, including achieving food and labor cost targets and accurately reporting catering revenues and expenses. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and developing team members, driving a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the catering department. The ability to balance multiple events of varying sizes and complexities is essential.

Given the nature of this role, flexibility in working hours is expected, including availability for event-based scheduling. Physical demands include occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods of time. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to advance their career within a reputable and globally recognized hospitality services company committed to innovation, quality, and customer-centric service. Joining Aramark as a Catering Services Manager means becoming part of a team dedicated to excellence in catering and event management, with ample opportunities for career growth and development within a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.