Banquet Captain - Catering

Aramark Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food services is hiring a full-time Banquet Captain for its team on the Carleton University campus. The role involves coordinating catering events and supervising staff to ensure high-quality service and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of catering experience and demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills.

Benefits

Health benefits for full-time employees

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Meal program

Focus on a safe work environment

Diverse and inclusive workforce

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years catering experience required.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering functions and special events.
• Ensure food and service meet quality standards.
• Supervise and train catering staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Education

Smart Serve Certification

Job description

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We are hiring full-time Banquet Captains to join our team on Carleton University campus. Reporting to the Catering Manager, the Banquet Captain is responsible for coordinating daily catering requirements/events and set up for events and conference groups on campus.

What We Offer

• Health benefits (full-time employees)
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs including service awards
• Meal program
• Strong focus on a safe and healthy work environment
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

About The Job

• Coordinate catering functions and special events for internal and external clients/groups
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
• Responsible for the execution of the function/event from beginning to end
• Supervise staff, including agency staff if required
• Conduct pre-shift rally/meetings
• Provide clear instructions to staff; ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to customer expectations
• Assure quality, courteous service is provided to customers at all times
• In conjunction with the Assistant Manager, train staff on job duties and Aramark catering standards
• Operate automobiles, vans and light trucks to deliver and pick up food items, while ensuring safety standards are continually practiced and adhered to
• Ensure catering room is kept in an organized and clean fashion
• Ensure adherence to all of Aramark Policies and Procedures
• May perform other job duties as required

About You

• Minimum 2 years catering experience/background
• Perform well under pressure; manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective team management experience
• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift 50lbs and push/pull 100lbs
• Smart Serve Certification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Drivers Abstract will be requested

The selected candidate for this position will need to complete and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check.

About Aramark

Our Mission: Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services