Job Description

Aramark is recruiting a full-time Catering Manager to further develop and lead catering and conference event services at Bishop’s University in Lennoxville, QC.

The Catering Manager leads all aspects of catering solutions and special events. This position is responsible for the planning and execution of events and catering delivery requests in line with customer expectations and service standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive incoming requests for catered services, input into CaterTrax catering program
• Facilitate the delivery of prepared food and set up of events crafted from BEO’s.
• Develop and complete catering solutions to meet customers’ needs
• Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport
• Conduct campus outreach to various departments to market Aramark’s catering service
• Attend community events or reach out to community to market Aramark’s catering services
• Deliver consistent quality in planning and carrying out events
• Train and lead employees to ensure 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.
• Meet with the Executive Chef regarding special requests or large events
• 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
• Ensure compliance with all food, occupational, and environmental safety policies
• Oversee Bar Operations, including bar orders and weekly inventory
• Follow on-site allergen guidelines

This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• A valid Quebec driver’s license and clear is required for occasional use of fleet vehicle
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in culinary, hospitality or business is an asset
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Prior experience in a management or supervisory role preferred
• Previous experience in events, hospitality and catering is required
• Previous experience in marketing or sales within the hospitality or retail sector is preferred
• Must be reliable with effective time-management skills to be able to work autonomously
• Available to work event-based hours that include evenings and weekends
• 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

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.