Catering Supervisor

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Catering Supervisor to lead on-site events with exceptional service. This role demands strong leadership and organizational skills as you manage staff, coordinate event logistics, and ensure compliance with quality standards. You will engage with clients, oversee the presentation of food, and maintain a calm demeanor under pressure. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for hospitality, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic setting where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of catering or hospitality management experience required.
• Valid Food Handler and Responsible Beverage Service Certificates needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage event staff and ensure timely setup and service.
• Engage with clients and maintain rapport during events.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

Leadership Qualities

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Job description

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!

Why work with Restaurant Associates? Imagine joining a team that’s at the top of their game. Come to work at Restaurant Associates and learn from the pros how to serve thousands of visitors in some of the world’s best venues. Because of what we do, more than 30,000 guests enjoy an unforgettable experience every day. Learn. Grow. Serve. It’s a winning combination. Join us.

Job Summary

Our Catering Supervisors are the face of the company for on-site events. This position requires a very special skill set and personality. Managing a catered event requires solution-based thinking, speed and sense of urgency while following timelines, as well as attention to detail for service floor plans and table maps for plated dinners. This is a leadership role that requires managing the on-site staff and keeping everyone on task, while also overseeing the entire scope of service and liaising with our clients.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Catering Supervisor, we’d ask you to do the following for us:

1. Manage staff and follow timelines for event setups and service
2. Engage with clients and Sales Managers and maintain a rapport while running events
3. Ensure all food is presented, served, and displayed per standards
4. Log and maintain food temperatures
5. Coordinate catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely fashion
6. Maintain a calm demeanor while under pressure
7. Make quick, efficient decisions
8. Thoroughly clean location after event is completed and assist with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks
9. Return food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility
10. Ensure strict compliance with Compass’ Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Catering Supervisor? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

1. You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province in which you are applying
2. Open availability to work both morning and evening events
3. Minimum 4 years of catering or hospitality management, supervisory experience
4. Excellent customer service skills
5. Able to accurately read event orders and organize deliveries for the day
6. Adept at conflict resolution
7. Advanced problem solving and delegating skills
8. Confident leadership qualities including staff motivation and direction
9. Ability to follow and maintain written and oral directions for timelines and room setups
10. Ability to work independently or as part of a team
11. Extremely well organized and efficient; able to multi-task
12. Good attention to detail
13. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

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.