Driver & Porter - Catering

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym membership

50% Dining Discount for you and up to

Employee Referral Program

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is seeking a Catering Driver/Porter to support our catering logistics team in delivering events around the GTA. You will assist with event setup, transport equipment and food, and help with service and post-event breakdown.

Daily duties include coordinating with the Expeditor, delivering supplies on time, following road rules, assisting with inventory, setting up chairs and buffet lines, and maintaining Health & Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Valid G Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Catering experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience with clients and vendors.
• Ability to lift 20kg and work under pressure.
• Available for event-based hours, including early mornings and late nights.
• Food Handlers and Smart Serve certifications are assets.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Expeditor regarding delivery details.
• Transport and deliver catering food and beverages with equipment.
• Safely deliver products by foot and/or vehicle while meeting deadlines.
• Follow driving routes using knowledge of Toronto streets.
• Assist with packing, inventory, and setup of event spaces.
• Set up chairs, tables, food stations, buffet lines and rentals as requested.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations, and assist with post-event cleanup.

Skills

G license

Customer service

Lifting 20kg

Independent worker

Flexible hours

Food Handlers

Smart Serve

Legally eligible to work

Job description

Company Description

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality.

What's in it for you?

• Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
• 50% Dining Discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
• Employee Referral Program
• Training and development opportunities
• O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec

Job Description

The Catering Driver/Porter supports the Catering logistics team in running successful catering orders and events within and around the GTA. The Catering Driver/Porter supports and carries out event set up, transporting equipment, food, or other supplies to the event location, assisting with service during the event, and breaking down/ cleaning up after the end of an event.

The day to day:

• Communicate with the Expeditor regarding delivery details
• Transport and deliver catering food and beverage with all vital supplies and equipment
• Safely deliver products via foot and/or vehicle while meeting deadlines
• Practice road rules and follow driving routes in the company vehicle using your extensive knowledge of Toronto streets
• Assist with general day-to-day tasks as needed including the packing of offsite catering equipment/food/beverage for upcoming events
• Assist in inventory of catering equipment and storage facilities
• Assist in the set up of chairs, tables, food stations, buffet lines and other event equipment, including rentals as requested by the Front of House Manager/Chef and Banquet Event Order
• Follow Health & Safety regulations
• Additional duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Valid G Drivers License
• Must provide clean drivers abstract/record
• Catering experience preferred
• Customer service experience – interacting with clients and vendor
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to lift 20kg with ease
• Can work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Must be available to work event-based hours, this includes early mornings and late nights!
• Food Handlers and Smart Serve certifications an asset
• Ability to stand or drive for long periods
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a future vacancy

Wage: $21 - $24

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.