Catering Services Director

As Catering Services Director at ARAMARK, you will lead all aspects of on-site catering operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and service for events of all sizes. You will oversee menu planning, costing, scheduling, and inventory while managing budgets and driving revenue and profitability. You'll build strong client relationships, lead and develop a diverse team, and enforce strict safety, sanitation, and compliance standards. In this role, you'll embody Aramark's culture of service, teamwork, and inclusivity while creating memorable experiences for guests and partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day catering operations for events of varying size and complexity
• Develop and execute menus that meet client needs, budgets, and brand standards
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and P&L to achieve revenue and profitability targets
• Oversee staff hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Maintain rigorous food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate event planning, logistics, and service standards with clients and stakeholders
• Manage purchasing, vendor relationships, and inventory control
• Drive continuous improvement in guest satisfaction, quality, and efficiency
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, inclusivity, and ethical behavior
• Report operational performance and insights to senior leadership and clients

Required Skills

• Catering operations management
• Menu planning and costing
• Food safety and sanitation
• Budgeting and P&L management
• Staff scheduling and labor management
• Vendor and inventory management
• Client relationship management
• Event planning and execution
• Team leadership and training
• Health, safety, and regulatory compliance