Catering Manager - Univ of South Alabama - Mobile, AL

Aramark is a global leader in food, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted deeply in service and united by a purposeful mission, Aramark dedicates itself to enriching the lives of its employees, partners, and communities, while also being committed to sustaining the planet. As a large, well-established company in the hospitality and food services industry, Aramark aims to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment where professional growth and personal development are highly encouraged. The company is known for its core values of respect, dignity, and mutual support, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

The Catering Services Manager role at Aramark is a pivotal leadership position tasked with overseeing all catering solutions and special events at the specified location. This role demands strong management and organizational skills, as the manager will lead a catering team responsible for executing catering requests and delivering memorable events aligned with strict service standards and customer expectations. The Catering Services Manager plays a key role in ensuring that each event—from small gatherings to large-scale banquets—is flawlessly planned, prepared, and executed with attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities include developing client-centered catering solutions, maintaining strong customer relationships, and assuring that all catering events meet the high-quality standards expected by Aramark. The manager will also take charge of delivering prepared food, setting up event spaces per banquet event orders, and facilitating the smooth operation of catering events. Moreover, this person is responsible for recruiting, training, and leading catering staff to uphold company standards, comply with organizational policies, and achieve productivity goals. Financial oversight of catering-related revenue and expenses is also part of the role, ensuring that the department meets budgetary and profitability targets.

This role requires hands-on leadership in training employees to maintain the quality of final food presentations and service. The manager must be adept at multitasking across various event sizes and types, managing logistics, labor, and client expectations with professionalism and efficiency. Attention to safety is paramount; the Catering Services Manager must enforce compliance with all food safety, occupational, and environmental regulations.

Working at Aramark means engaging in a mission-driven culture that supports career development and values the impact of each employee. The Catering Services Manager position invites experienced hospitality professionals who are passionate about event planning and catering operations to take on a role that offers both challenges and rewarding opportunities to shine within a global company. This role typically requires flexibility to work event-based hours, physical stamina for lifting and standing, and excellent communication skills to foster team cohesion and customer satisfaction. If you are motivated by leadership and have a background in catering or event management, this role provides a great platform to advance your hospitality career within a respected and resource-rich organization.