Catering Manager I

Portfolio Group is a distinguished part of the Workplace Experience Group committed to providing exceptional corporate dining and catering services designed to elevate everyday business environments into refined, executive experiences. Under the umbrella of Workplace Experience Group, Portfolio Group excels in delivering seamless service from breakroom convenience to boardroom sophistication, focusing on creating lasting partnerships and innovative dining experiences for unique business portfolios. The group prides itself on maintaining high standards of excellence, consistency, and attention to detail, ensuring each event and service surpasses clients' expectations. As part of Aramark, a global leader serving millions daily with food and facility services in 15 countries, the Portfolio Group benefits from vast industry expertise, a mission rooted in service, and a culture of professional growth and inclusivity. Aramark values diversity and equal employment opportunities and supports employees' development to enable success in their roles and career aspirations.

The Catering Manager role at Portfolio Group offers an exciting leadership opportunity for a hospitality professional passionate about creating flawless dining experiences in a corporate setting. This full-time position centers on managing all catering functions for a premier corporate dining account, from initial event planning and client consultations to logistics, execution, and post-event follow-up. The role demands strong management skills, exceptional communication, creative problem-solving, and the ability to maintain the highest quality standards under demanding conditions. The Catering Manager will lead a team of catering employees, fostering their growth, ensuring rigorous adherence to food safety and service protocols, and driving consistent quality throughout every catered event.

Working in this role means being directly involved in developing tailored catering solutions that precisely meet client needs and expectations. The Catering Manager will oversee the facilitation of prepared food delivery, event setup, and on-site management, guaranteeing every banquet event order is accurately executed. They will also be instrumental in recruiting, training, scheduling, and developing team members to build a capable, motivated catering staff. Strong operational oversight is required, including managing food and labor costs to meet budgetary targets and financial reporting of all catering revenue and expenses.

Candidates should bring prior experience in event hospitality and catering, preferably with a background in managerial or supervisory positions. The ability to work variable, event-based hours and physical stamina for lifting and standing is necessary. Certifications for food handling and alcohol service are also essential to uphold safety and regulatory compliance. This role offers a chance to join a dynamic, service-driven global company where making a positive impact for customers and employees is valued and rewarded. As an employee at Aramark and Portfolio Group, individuals will have opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and participation in a deeply mission-oriented, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture. This is a compelling career path for those eager to lead in corporate catering and hospitality service excellence.