Catering Server/Receptionist, McCarthy Tetrault, Vancouver, BC

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading foodservice company where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional catering services. As a Catering Server/Receptionist, you will ensure that guests receive top-notch service while maintaining a clean and organized environment. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced setting, where your attention to detail and communication skills will shine. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values every team member's contributions. If you're passionate about hospitality and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a similar catering or reception environment.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety during meal service.
• Assist in reception duties as needed.

Skills

Food Handling

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Working Title: Catering Server/Receptionist, McCarthy Tetrault, Vancouver, BC
Employment Status: Full-Time
Starting Hourly Rate: $22.00per hour
Address: Vancouver Vancouver BC V6E 0C5
New Hire Schedule: M-F 9am-5:30pm, flexibility required

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine a place where people work as one to create an experience that inspires many. Join us and know that you make it possible for friends, families, and co-workers to come together. No matter why they gather, we’re here to serve. Because of what we do, people share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Eurest Dining? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading food and support Services Company. We provide diverse, innovative dining services to corporate headquarter locations, law firms, manufacturing facilities, distribution centres and call centres. Join our commitment to providing exceptional food service to the best of business and industry.

Job Summary

How you will make an impact:
You will be responsible for delivering and serving food and beverages at scheduled functions.

As a Catering Server/Receptionist, 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
• Occasionally, assist in Reception coverage when needed. Duties include:
• Greet and handle visitors with a positive attitude.
• Answer telephones in a friendly, professional manner, takes messages with accuracy and appropriately handles or refers questions and requests.
• Handle on-floor conference room activities, both visually and by means of the reservations system, being aware of meeting start/end times, attendees in the room, food and beverage orders, etc. Advises the appropriate staff members of changes in meeting room status, special requests, etc.
• Implement established security policies and procedures with regards to arriving and departing visitors, contractors, delivery people, etc.
• Communicate requests to the appropriate internal support departments such as building maintenance (heating and cooling issues), IT (computer issues), AV technology (meeting room technical support), and mail room (package pickups and deliveries)

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
• 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
• One year of experience in a client service/reception position within a hospitality or corporate environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of office technology/equipment.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Discreet, ethical, and committed to maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.

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.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.