Catering Driver / Catering Assistant

Gourmet Cuisine; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local catering company in Toronto is hiring a part-time driver/expediter responsible for delivering orders to clients and assisting with event setups. You will need a Full G Class License and previous customer service experience. The position requires physical activity, knowledge of Toronto streets, and involves maintaining the cleanliness of the delivery van. Shifts will vary from mornings to evenings, including some weekends, typically falling between 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is essential for interacting with clients on-site.
• Full G Class License required to operate the delivery van.
• Knowledge of Toronto streets and driving routes is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver orders to clients and assist with event setup as necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness of the delivery van and keep records for maintenance.
• Drive to and from customer event locations in a timely manner.

Skills

Customer service

Knowledge of Toronto streets

Time management

Education

High school education

Tools

Delivery van

Job description

We've been providing unparalleled fine catering and event planning services for private and corporate functions since 1991. From menu creation to presentation to event logistics, we deliver outstanding dining experiences that people remember well after they leave. As a full service events company, we provide a variety of menu options, serving staff, bartenders, chefs, rentals, entertainment, valet, floral and decor.

Whatever vision you have for your event, our chefs and special events team will take it above and beyond your expectations.

Gourmet Cuisine is a fast paced catering company located downtown Toronto. We provide corporate & special event catering to events ranging from 10 to 5,000 guests.

Qualifications

Job Specific

• As a driver/expediter, you are the face of Gourmet Cuisine
• Physical Demands - Standing, Walking, Reaching, Bending, Twisting, ability to Carry/Lift 40 lbs, and Push/Pull 200 lbs
• Repetitive Action - Driving to and from customer event locations and the kitchen in a timely manner, assist setting up when required, keeping delivery van neat and clean, keep maintenance records (gas/service)
• Working Conditions - Inside, Outside, Cold Weather Conditions

Education and/or Experience

• Customer service experience is a must - you will be delivering orders to clients and interacting with them on site
• Full G Class License
• Catering experience is an asset
• Knowledge of Toronto streets and driving routes is a must
• You will be driving a company van so a clean driver's abstract is mandatory
• Driving experience ideal but not required
• High school education

Company Dress Code & Grooming Standards

• Company provides: Full Gourmet Cuisine Uniform.
• Hair must be neat, facial hair must be trimmed. Hands & nails must be clean. No logos other than Gourmet Cuisine must be visible; no hoodies, or untucked shirt tails.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Part-time, hourly position.

Monday to Friday - Mornings and Evenings - 5-8 hours per day.

Some weekend work will be required!

Shifts typicallyfall between the hours of 6:00AM-6:00PM.