Bilingual Catering Manager: Lead On-Site Events

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

RRSP contributions

Bonus or incentive programs

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Bilingual Catering Manager to lead on-site events, manage staff, and coordinate service from setup to closeout. The role requires strong leadership, exceptional customer service, and the ability to work under pressure across morning and evening events.

Ideal candidates will be bilingual (English/French), possess a valid Ontario driver’s license, and hold Food Handler and Responsible Beverage Service certifications.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual (English/French) with the ability to communicate in both languages.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver's License.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province.
• Open availability for morning and evening events.
• Minimum 4 years catering or hospitality management, supervisory experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to read event orders and organize deliveries.
• Adept at conflict resolution.
• Strong problem solving and delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff and follow timelines for event setups and service.
• Engage with clients and Sales Managers and maintain rapport during events.
• Ensure all food is presented, served, and displayed per standards.
• Log and maintain food temperatures.
• Load vans with catering supplies and ensure items are accounted for.
• Drive to event locations.
• Coordinate catering staff schedules to ensure timely delivery, service and cleanup.
• Maintain a calm demeanor under pressure.
• Make quick, efficient decisions.
• Thoroughly clean location after events and assist with inventory and closeout tasks.
• Return equipment to catering facility.
• Ensure compliance with Compass Quality Assurance and Health & Safety programs.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Driver's license

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service

Leadership

Customer service

Event coordination

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Bilingual Catering Manager to lead on-site events, manage staff, and coordinate service from setup to closeout. The role requires strong leadership, exceptional customer service, and the ability to work under pressure across morning and evening events.

Ideal candidates will be bilingual (English/French), possess a valid Ontario driver’s license, and hold Food Handler and Responsible Beverage Service certifications.