Bilingual Catering Manager (EN/FR)

Compass Group Canada; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Great Place to Work

Career opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a fully bilingual Catering Manager to lead on-site event staff and manage service delivery. The role requires coordinating client interactions, timelines, and quality standards for plated dinners, with a focus on speed, accuracy, and exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in catering or hospitality management, holds a valid Ontario driver’s license, Food Handler and Responsible Beverage Service certificates, and is able to multitask

Qualifications

• Must be fully bilingual in English and French.
• Strong leadership and staff management experience.
• Excellent customer service skills and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site staff and event timelines for catered functions.
• Engage with clients, sales managers, and coordinate catering services.
• Ensure food presentation, service standards, temps and inventory control.
• Drive to event locations and load catering supplies as needed.
• Coordinate staff schedules and maintain calm under pressure.

Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Leadership

Customer service

Job description

The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $60,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group benefits, employer RRSP contributions, and discretionary bonus or incentive programs, where applicable to the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

How you will make an Impact: Our Bilingual Catering Managers are the face of the company for on‑site events. This position requires a very special skill set and personality. Managing a catered event requires solution‑based thinking, speed and sense of urgency while following timelines, as well as attention to detail for service floor plans and table maps for plated dinners. This is a leadership role that requires managing the on‑site staff and keeping everyone on task, while also overseeing the entire scope of service and liaising with our clients.

Now, If You Were To Come On Board As One Of Our Bilingual Catering Managers, We’d Ask You To Do The Following For Us

• The Bilingual Catering Manager is responsible for managing staff and following timelines for event setups and service.
• Engaging with clients and Sales Managers and maintaining a rapport while running events.
• Ensure all food is presented, served, and displayed per standards.
• Log and maintain food temperatures
• Loading vans with catering supplies and ensuring all items are accounted for
• Driving to event locations
• Coordinate catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely fashion.
• Maintaining a calm demeanor while under pressure.
• Quick, efficient decision making.
• Thoroughly clean location after event is completed and assist with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks.
• Return food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility.
• Ensure strict compliance with Compass’s Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations

Think you have what it takes to be our Bilingual Catering Managers? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role.

• Fully bilingual (English/French) with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders in both languages

Must drive and have a valid ON Driver’s License.

• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province in which you are applying.
• Open availability to work both morning and evening events.
• Min. 4 years of catering or hospitality management, supervisory experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to accurately read event orders and organize deliveries for the day.
• Adept at conflict resolution.
• Advanced problem solving and delegating skills.
• Confident leadership qualities including staff motivation, staff direction.
• Ability to follow and maintain written and oral directions for timelines and room setups.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Extremely well organized and efficient; able to multi‑task.
• Good attention to detail.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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 24/8 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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