Catering Services Manager - PA Convention Center

ARAMARK

PHILADELPHIA, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, BeOS Operating System, Catering Services, Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Environmental Monitoring, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Event Management, Exceeded Sales Goal, Financial Reporting, Food Safety, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Military, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, Staff Training, Time Management, Twitter
LOCATION
PHILADELPHIA, PA
POSTED
10 days ago
**Job Description** We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Catering & Events Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is excited by the challenge of delivering exceptional large-scale events. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can confidently manage events of up to 3,500 guests, inspire teams, and bring creative visions to life. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong leadership capabilities, a passion for excellence, and the ability to execute flawlessly under pressure while maintaining an outstanding client experience. **Job Responsibilities** + Design and deliver customized catering solutions that align with client objectives, preferences, and event requirements in a fast-paced, high-volume environment + Build and sustain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, responsiveness, and proactive communication + Ensure consistent excellence in event planning, coordination, and execution, maintaining high-quality standards across events of varying size and complexity?serving up to 3,500 guests + Oversee the timely delivery, setup, and presentation of catered events in accordance with detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) + Partner with clients to conceptualize and execute memorable events, offering innovative and tailored recommendations + Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities by directing, motivating, and developing team members to deliver outstanding service and event execution + Lead, coach, and train catering staff to uphold service standards, ensuring quality and consistency in every event + Prepare and distribute finalized Banquet Event Orders, ensuring all details are accurate and executed flawlessly + Manage food and labor costs to meet or exceed financial targets while optimizing operational efficiency + Direct the execution of catering events of significant scale, including staffing coordination, on-site leadership, and problem resolution in a dynamic environment + Monitor and ensure accurate financial reporting, including revenue, expenses, and outstanding receivables + Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor team members to build a high-performing, customer-focused team + Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, workplace safety standards, and environmental 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** + Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in catering, hospitality, or event management within a high-volume, fast-paced environment + Proven banquet experience is required, with a strong understanding of large-scale event execution, service standards, and operational logistics + Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to motivate teams, drive performance, and lead effectively under pressure + Solid background in planning and executing events, with expertise in catering and hospitality operations + Bachelor?s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience + Flexibility to work a dynamic, event-driven schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require + Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, team members, and key stakeholders + Required certifications in Food Safety/Handling and Alcohol Service (or the ability to obtain within a designated timeframe) + Physical capability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds + Ability to stand for extended periods while maintaining a high level of energy, professionalism, and attention to detail during events **Education** **About Aramark** **Our Mission** Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. **About Aramark** The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

About the Company

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ARAMARK

We focus on enriching and nourishing the lives of millions all over the world, providing a wide range of services—food, facilities and uniforms—to a diverse group of clients in 19 countries. We serve world champion sports teams, Fortune 500 companies, state-of-the-art healthcare providers and the world’s leading educational institutions. And every day, we dream of ways to do it better through our commitment to innovation and our passion for excellent customer service.

Innovation inspired by you
The better we know the people we serve, the greater the experiences we can develop. Whether it’s food service, facilities or uniforms, our proprietary programs allow us to understand the wants and needs of our audiences.

Armed with that knowledge, our Service Stars spring into action, combining insights and ingenuity to deliver moments that make a difference. These innovations could be game-changing campus transformations. Or a simpler, quicker way for you to access condiments at the ballpark. In any case, our innovations help create experiences that make an impact.

Beyond great service
Another key part of what makes us different is something we call service excellence.

To us, service excellence isn’t just about providing great customer service. It also means using time-tested practices and proven processes to get it right every day, everywhere, in everything that we do. And it's also about striking the perfect balance between doing something well over and over again and being responsive enough to the changing needs of clients and customers. It’s being open to the continuing cycle of innovation. Excellent, but never satisfied. Process-driven, but never locked in place.

We never stop thinking of new, better ways to get it right when our people impact the lives of clients and consumers every day.

Our people make all the difference—we make sure of it
Our commitment to hiring, training and rewarding the right people ensures that our employees are more than just hard workers. They’re Service Stars, and that means they can be counted on to go above and beyond, every single day.

We understand that many times our people are literally the face of your business. That’s why all 270,000 Service Stars receive continual access to professional development and proprietary skills training.

The bottom line is this: when you work with Aramark, you can be confident you’ll be collaborating with the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. That’s true whether it’s for strategic expertise, operational excellence or just serving a morning coffee. That’s our commitment as trusted partners and Service Stars. That’s the Aramark way.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Food and Beverage Production
FOUNDED
1936
WEBSITE
https://www.aramark.com/