Event Catering Server: Guest-Focused, Fast-Paced

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Catering Server to deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions in Ontario. The role requires a valid Food Handler Certificate and a Responsible Beverage Service Certificate, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience.

You may drive a catering delivery truck and must read event orders accurately. We emphasize high standards of safety, sanitation, and customer service, with compensation aligned to skills, experience, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent required.
• Responsible Beverage Service Certificate required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar environment.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Able to 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.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions.
• 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 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.
• May drive a catering delivery truck.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Catering Server to deliver and serve food and beverages at scheduled functions in Ontario. The role requires a valid Food Handler Certificate and a Responsible Beverage Service Certificate, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience.

You may drive a catering delivery truck and must read event orders accurately. We emphasize high standards of safety, sanitation, and customer service, with compensation aligned to skills, experience, and internal equity.