Catering Expeditor

Dana Hospitality; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Catering Expeditor to oversee the organization and execution of catering events. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth operations between the kitchen and front staff, managing food flow, and maintaining high standards of order accuracy and presentation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for diverse cuisines, strong multitasking abilities, and a commitment to food safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company that values its employees and offers career growth prospects from day one.

Benefits

Employee Referral Program

Career Growth Prospects

Opportunity in an Essential Industry

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent experience in high-volume catering operations.
• Fluency in diverse global cuisines and menus.
• Serve Safe/Food Safe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee organizing and directing catering events.
• Manage food flow and ensure order accuracy.
• Train staff and maintain excellent client relations.

Skills

Catering Management

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Employee Management

Knowledge of Special Diets

Tools

POS Systems

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Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT). We have a broad presence across North America with hundreds of opportunities available at any time. We aim to provide our people with fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for their work. For over 75 years, our companies have served North American clients in creating and managing built environments vital to our economy and communities. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT'S THE JOB?

Under the supervision of the Culinary and Catering Directors, the Catering Expeditor oversees organizing, planning, preparing, and directing catering events. The role supports both front and back of house operations as needed.

1. Coordinating Order Flow: Manage the flow of food from kitchen to event, ensuring efficiency.
2. Communication and Collaboration: Act as a link between kitchen and front staff, relay order status, and address customer questions professionally.
3. Order Accuracy and Presentation: Ensure orders are correct, well plated, and garnished.
4. Prioritizing and Expediting Service: Prioritize orders for timely service, especially during busy times.
5. Handling Customer Issues: Address minor complaints related to food and order accuracy.
6. Assisting with Prep Tasks: Assist in food prep and delivering food to events as needed.
7. Ensuring Food Safety: Monitor food prep to adhere to safety standards.

Other responsibilities include training staff, maintaining excellent client relations, assisting with operations, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least three years of recent experience leading high-volume catering teams or equivalent in large catering operations.
• Fluency in diverse global cuisines and menus.
• Knowledge of special diets (Vegan, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, etc.).
• High attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Experience in employee management.
• Serve Safe/Food Safe certification and knowledge of health regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to handle concerns tactfully and maintain confidentiality in a union environment.
• Efficient multitasking and project leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to quality.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and use related software, including POS systems.

Additional Information

• Opportunity to work in an essential industry.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Career growth prospects.
• Growing company with opportunities from day one.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, Indigenous status, or other protected factors. Accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request.