Dispatch Supervisor

Compass Group; Town of Oxford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is looking for a full-time Dispatch Supervisor in Canada, Nova Scotia. The ideal candidate will manage operational reports, stock control, and pack equipment for events. Excellence in communication and organizational skills is essential, along with the ability to work under pressure as part of a team. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial.
• Able to prioritise to meet deadlines.
• Flexible approach to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily reports for smooth operations.
• Manage stock control and ordering.
• Pack equipment for various events.
• Communicate with staff throughout the day.
• Organise drivers' routes for deliveries.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional organisation skills

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft systems

Ability to work under pressure

Driving licence (not essential)

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Dispatch Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Universities on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a Dispatch Supervisor, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

What you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Produce daily reports to facilitate the smooth operationally running of hospitality and events at multiple sites and times
• Stock control together with ordering done to tight deadlines
• Packing equipment for a variety of bespoke events
• Communication to staff at all levels of the business throughout the working day to ensure all other tasks are carried out to the evolving business needs and specific requests
• Organising drivers routes and collection points to ensure smooth and uninterrupted delivery

Our ideal Dispatch Supervisor will have:

• Previous experience in this role/similar position would be great but is not essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Exceptional organisation skills with the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft systems to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet
• Driving licence although it is not essential
• Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0912/94369001/52469554/WJ #Universities & Colleges

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!