Assistant Manager, Full Time

Compass Group Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Fortune Global 500 Company recognition

Health benefits

Mental health & wellness program

Diversity & inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking an Assistant Catering Manager in Edmonton to support event operations, coordinate with Catertrax, and ensure top‑notch service. You will handle procurement, setup and teardown, client communications, and contribute to weekly logistics meetings.

A Bachelor’s degree and MS Office proficiency are required, with flexibility for evenings and weekends. This role offers health benefits, a diverse workplace and opportunities for growth within a global leader in food

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience or combination of education and experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; strong communication skills.
• Experience planning meetings and events and coordinating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Create event folders with labels and include relevant event information.
• Assist Catertrax team in customizing the software to fit company needs.
• Procure items for catering orders and coordinate with rental companies.
• Manage all catering related orders and event setup and teardown.
• Lead server responsibilities when needed and ensure professional on-site presence.
• Attend weekly operations meetings to review upcoming events.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

MS Office

Customer service

Event planning

Teamwork

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Lifting 30 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Now, If You Were To Come On Board As An Assistant Catering Manager, We'd Ask You To Do The Following For Us:

• Create event folders with labels and include relevant event information


• Assist Catertrax team in customizing the software to fit the company's needs


• Responsible for procuring all necessary items for catering orders


• Responsible for coordinating with rental companies


• Responsible for all catering related orders


• Responsible for all setup, tear down and staffing of the events.


• Assist in updating / adding events and proposals to Catertrax program


• Handling client complaints and feedback


• Work functions as a lead server when necessary


• Provide a professional attitude and proper business attire when on-site, ready to meet or service a client at any time


• Attend and participate in the weekly operations meeting to review all logistics and pertinent items as it relates to the upcoming week's catered events


• Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services

Role

Think you have what it takes to be an Assistant Catering Manager? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you'll be successful in the role:

• Bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience or combination of education and experience.


• Computer experience required including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.


• Able to communicate effectively and must possess strong customer service skills.


• Able to lift and move up to 30 lbs.


• Demonstrated experience planning meetings and events, including scheduling, communication with clients and post-event billing.


• Able to work independently and as part of a team.


• Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing, problem-solving and completing multiple tasks with priority and deadline.


• Able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World's Most Admired Companies.


• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world's largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.


• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.


• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.


• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.


• We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.