Coordinator, Catering and Culinary Operations

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Catering Coordinator & Culinary Operations Support to organize catering services and support both event coordination and kitchen operations. You will ensure menus, logistics, staffing, and quality control align with client expectations and safety standards.

The role combines administration, operations, and hands-on culinary support, with opportunities to engage with clients and drive service excellence across events and daily service periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, hospitality, food service, or culinary industry.
• Experience supporting food preparation or kitchen operations is asset.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of service techniques and event management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Coordination: Organize catering services and events, including menus, orders, equipment, logistics, staffing and timelines.
• Communication with the Kitchen: Communicate client needs and participate in weekly team meetings.
• Operational and Team Support: Guide, train and support service employees; ensure health, safety and quality standards.
• Financial Management and Cost Control: Contribute to budget planning and monitor food and labor costs.
• Client Relations: Build and maintain strong client relationships and ensure a positive experience.
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Maintain food quality, cleanliness and customer service; monitor satisfaction and propose improvements.
• Administrative Responsibilities: Manage inventory, supplier orders, records and reports.
• Support for Daily Operations: Hands-on support during events and peak times; collaborate across teams.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Problem solving

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you enjoy organizing events, supporting kitchen operations, and delivering exceptional customer service? Join our team as a Catering Coordinator & Culinary Operations Support.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating catering events, supporting kitchen and service teams, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring the smooth execution of daily food service operations. You will play a hands‑on role in both event coordination and culinary support while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and customer satisfaction.

If you are organized, proactive, and enjoy a combination of administrative, operational, and kitchen responsibilities, we would love to hear from you!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Event Planning and Coordination Organize and coordinate catering services and special events. Ensure the successful planning and execution of events, including menus, orders, equipment, logistics, staffing, and timelines.
• Communication with the Kitchen Maintain effective communication with the kitchen team to communicate client needs and expectations. Actively participate in weekly team meetings.
• Operational and Team Support Guide, train, and support service employees. Ensure compliance with company standards, health and safety policies, and food safety requirements while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Financial Management and Cost Control Contribute to budget planning and monitoring. Track food and labor costs to achieve profitability goals and support operational efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Client Relations Build and maintain strong client relationships. Understand client needs, provide tailored solutions, and ensure a professional and positive experience before, during, and after each event.
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and customer service. Monitor client satisfaction, promptly resolve issues, and recommend improvements to processes and services.
• Administrative Responsibilities Manage inventory, coordinate supplier orders, oversee billing processes, maintain accurate records, and prepare various operational reports as required.
• Support for Daily Operations Provide hands‑on support during events, service periods, and peak business times. Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to ensure the smooth execution of food service and catering operations while responding quickly to changing priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in the catering, hospitality, food service, or culinary industry
• Experience supporting food preparation or kitchen operations is considered an asset
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• In-depth knowledge of service techniques and event management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively
• Attention to detail and strong focus on quality
• Flexible and willing to assist in both operational and kitchen environments

ABOUT ARAMARK

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

The pay range for this position is $55,000.00 - $60,000.00.