Catering Associate

Compass Group Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career opportunities

Great work culture

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Catering Server to deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions, ensuring timely setup and courteous guest service.

You will assemble and deliver, log temperatures, assist with prep, stock and clean, and may drive a catering delivery truck. Valid food handling and beverage service certificates are required.

Qualifications

• Food Handler Certificate and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate are required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver all food and supplies for catered functions to scheduled locations.
• Log and maintain food temperatures.
• Assist with food and table prep before events begin.
• Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage, and service items according to standards.
• Serve plated dinners to guests and respond to requests for beverages, appetizers, and other needs.
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Thoroughly clean location after event and assist with closeout tasks.
• Return serving equipment to the catering facility.
• Stock, clean and maintain catering facility and equipment.
• Maintain guest-friendly service at all times.
• Maintain knowledge of menu and products on hand.
• Follow safety and sanitation policy at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Job description

How You Will Make An Impact

You will be responsible for delivering and serving food and beverages at scheduled functions.

As a Catering Server, You Will

• Assemble and deliver all food and supplies for catered functions to their scheduled locations
• Log and maintain food temperatures
• Assist with food and table prep before events begin
• Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage, and service items according to standards
• Serve plated dinners to guests and respond to requests for beverages, appetizers, and other needs
• Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service
• 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
• Stock, clean and maintain catering facility and equipment
• Ensure guests receive friendly, courteous service at all times
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the complete menu and products on hand
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety and sanitation policy and procedures at all times
• May drive a catering delivery truck

About You

• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province in which you are applying
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment
• Valid driver’s license may be required
• Able to accurately read event orders and organize deliveries for the day
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• 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 24/7 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.

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