Junior Data Scientist

Job Description
Junior Data Scientist- Fenway Park, Data Science ? Sports + Entertainment

About Data Science Group
The Data Science division is the epicenter of data analytics, uncovering impactful insights that put Aramark clients in the sports and entertainment industry ahead of the curve. Using leading-edge technology and analytics, Data Science synthesizes operational and consumer data to optimize strategies that enhance the guest hospitality experience and blaze a trail for innovation. Through continuous expansion of analytical capabilities and a comprehensive method of understanding the industry at large, Data Science harnesses the power of data as the most strategic asset in maximizing value for consumers, operators, and businesses alike.

Job Description:
Aramark Sports + Entertainment is hiring a Junior Data Scientist- Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox in Boston, MA to support data analysis of food and beverage trends. This position will focus on data governance, advanced analysis and modeling, and data-backed recommendations to maximize opportunity.

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $95,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting. ?

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze consumer behavior at Fenway Park by leveraging purchasing and dining data to identify key customer segments. Present insights using statistical methods and engaging visualizations tailored to diverse stakeholder audiences.
• Evaluate operational performance by integrating data from labor tracking, Point of Sale (POS), and inventory systems. Identify inefficiencies and recommend actionable improvements to enhance venue operations.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to assess the effectiveness of short-term strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define success metrics and deliver timely, data-backed evaluations.
• Support the development of automated reporting workflows that deliver key performance metrics to stakeholders, including Fenway Park operations and the Boston Red Sox.
• Assist in building scalable data pipelines using Python, R, and SQL to streamline data access and support analytics and reporting initiatives.
• Perform machine learning experiments and model evaluation tasks under the guidance of the team?s Lead Data Scientist.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based sponsorship from Aramark.
• Bachelor?s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• 1?3 years of experience in an analytical or data science role.
• Proficiency in data manipulation and transformation using Python or R.
• Familiarity with SQL for data querying and analysis.
• Knowledge of data science workflows including data cleaning, feature engineering, and predictive modeling.
• Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of statistics, experimental design, and core data science concepts.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid (remote and in-office) environment
• Must be able to work a flexible, event-driven schedule that aligns with business requirements as needed.

*Preferred Qualifications:*

• Master?s degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and interactive app development (e.g., Streamlit, RShiny) is a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Git and version control best practices is a plus.

Education

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*About Aramark*
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.