Beverage & Catering Supervisor - Tulane University

About the role

The Beverage & Catering Supervisor oversees beverage operations, catering support, and inventory management for campus functions. This position is responsible for coordinating beverage service, managing inventory and purchasing, supporting catering event execution, supervising event staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining compliance with university and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee beverage operations for catering events, concessions, athletic venues, premium hospitality spaces, and special events.
• Manage beverage and catering inventories, including ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory reconciliation.
• Cook with food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and distributors and assist with purchasing and product selection.
• Support catering operations by assisting with event logistics, staffing coordination, and execution.
• Supervise bartenders, concession associates, servers, and event staff during assigned events.
• Ensure compliance with alcohol service regulations, health and safety standards, and university policies.
• Monitor beverage costs, inventory levels, and product usage to minimize waste and control expenses.
• Aid in scheduling, training, and developing event staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; hospitality or business coursework preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in hospitality, catering, concessions, food and beverage operations, or event management.
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and event operations.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices and applicable regulations.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and athletic event schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and event operations.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices and applicable regulations.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and athletic event schedules.

Skills

• Inventory management
• Purchasing
• Event operations
• Responsible alcohol service practices
• Organizational skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills

Benefits

At Aramark, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours may vary based on the needs of the department and the events being hosted.

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