Catering Operations SupervisorDal Catering – Operated by Aramark

Location: Dalhousie University Campus, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Position: Full-Time | In-Person

Vacancies: 1

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Pay Range: $18.50–$20.00 per hour

About the Position

Dal Catering, operated by Aramark at Dalhousie University, is seeking a Catering Operations Supervisor to join our team. This is a hands-on, full-time position ideal for an organized, dependable, and self-sufficient individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced catering and event environment.

The Catering Operations Supervisor will help oversee daily catering operations, support event execution, coordinate staff, and ensure that catering services are delivered professionally and efficiently. The ideal candidate will be comfortable taking initiative, solving problems independently, and working closely with both clients and the catering team.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise and support catering staff during daily operations and events.
- Assist with the coordination and execution of catered events across the Dalhousie campus.
- Help ensure events are properly set up, serviced, broken down, and cleaned up.
- Coordinate staff assignments and provide direction during events.
- Ensure catering standards, presentation, customer service, and cleanliness are consistently maintained.
- Assist with food, beverage, bar, equipment, smallwares, linens, and event setup requirements.
- Help monitor inventory and ensure catering equipment and supplies are properly maintained and returned.
- Act as an onsite point of contact for clients, staff, and event organizers when required.
- Assist with resolving operational issues quickly and professionally.
- Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and Aramark/Dalhousie policies and procedures are followed.




- Assist with bar and beverage service when required.
- Help train and support new and existing catering employees.
- Communicate effectively with the Catering Manager, chefs, supervisors, servers, bartenders, and other team members.
- Complete opening, closing, setup, and event-related duties as required.
- Maintain a professional appearance and represent Dal Catering and Aramark positively at all times.
- Perform other catering and operational duties as required.

Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be:

- Self-sufficient and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Punctual and dependable, with a strong work ethic.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes demanding event environment.
- Confident providing direction to staff and taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Friendly, professional, and comfortable interacting with clients and guests.
- A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.
- Flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts based on business and event requirements.
- Able to prioritize multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
- Comfortable being hands-on and actively participating in event setup, service, and teardown.

Qualifications & Experience Preferred:

- Previous supervisory or leadership experience, particularly in hospitality, catering, food service, or events.
- Catering, banquet, restaurant,



hotel, or event-service experience.
- Previous bartending or beverage-service experience.
- Experience supervising or coordinating a team.
- Strong customer-service experience.
- Experience working in a high-volume or fast-paced environment.
- SMART SERVE or a similar recognized alcohol-service certification would be considered a strong asset.

Experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with strong customer service, leadership, organizational, and hospitality skills who demonstrate the ability to learn quickly are encouraged to apply.What We Offer

- Full-time employment with a well-established university catering operation.
- Competitive hourly wage of $18.50–$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Immediate start opportunities.
- A diverse and active work environment with university events, corporate functions, receptions, conferences, and special events.
- Opportunities to develop hospitality, catering, leadership, and event-management experience.
- The opportunity to work with a professional team within Dal Catering, operated by Aramark.

How to ApplyIf you are organized, reliable, energetic, and ready to take on a leadership role in a busy catering environment, we would love to hear from you. Can apply In person, On Aramark website or external job postingApply today for the Catering Operations Supervisor position with Dal Catering – Operated by Aramark.Dal Catering is committed to providing professional, welcoming, and high-quality service to our university community an Pay: $18.50-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Catering Operations Supervisor (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dal-Catering
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality