Catering Manager — University Campus Dining Services

About Us VIRGO AND ARIES LLC was founded to help individuals and small businesses thrive by connecting talent with opportunity. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners with tailored solutions that support growth, success, and career development. Job Description Location: Johnson City, TN 37604 Experience Level: Mid‑Senior Education: Bachelor’s Degree Positions Available: 1 Relocation Assistance: Yes Visa Sponsorship: Not Available Role Overview This position supports a high‑volume university dining operation that provides residential, retail, and full‑service catering for campus events. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values teamwork, and demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills. Position Summary The Catering Manager oversees catering services to ensure client satisfaction and operational excellence. Responsibilities include managing event logistics, supervising staff, maintaining safety standards, and driving efficiency across food production, inventory, and procurement. Key Duties Event Oversight — Direct daily catering operations, including food production, deliveries, and inventory. Client Collaboration — Work with university departments and customers to design and execute events. Team Leadership — Supervise and train staff, delegate tasks, and monitor performance. Safety Compliance — Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all regulatory standards. Budget Management — Control labor and material costs, making adjustments as needed. Requirements What You Bring Previous experience facilitating communication between sales, culinary, and front‑of‑house teams to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of all orders, including last‑minute needs, efficiently and collaboratively. Ability to adhere to timekeeping and labor cost control procedures, maintaining staff payroll and schedules in Kronos. Strong attention to detail when reviewing catering event orders and weekly catering sheets for accuracy. Positive, practical solutions to client queries while following catering policies and procedures and supporting staff effectively. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Minimum 3 years of management experience Minimum 3 years in catering, food production, or hospitality operations Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines effectively Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off — vacation, sick time, holidays Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program — mental health, counseling, wellness Professional development & leadership training Meal benefits or meal allowance Relocation assistance — for eligible roles Career advancement pathways — strong internal promotion culture Life insurance & disability coverage Flexible spending accounts (FSA) / HS