On-Site Catering Lead: Events & Client Liaison

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPASS GROUP CANADA in Fredericton, NB is seeking a Catering Supervisor to lead on-site events and manage staff, timelines, and service for plated dinners.

You will coordinate with clients and Sales Managers, ensure presentation and serving standards, and maintain food safety and cleanliness from setup to closeout. Open to mornings/evenings; requires Food Handler and ServSafe style certificates and 4+ years in catering management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of catering or hospitality management experience.
• Open availability for morning and evening events.
• Excellent customer service and staff leadership.
• Ability to read event orders and coordinate deliveries.
• Strong conflict resolution and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site staff and manage timelines for event setups and service.
• Engage with clients and Sales Managers to maintain rapport during events.
• Ensure food is presented, served, and displayed per standards.
• Log food temperatures, load vans, and drive to event locations.
• Coordinate staff schedules to deliver, serve, and clear functions on time.
• Maintain calm under pressure and exercise quick, efficient decision making.
• Ensure post-event clean-up, inventory, and storage compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Multitasking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Responsible Beverage Service Certificate

Job description

COMPASS GROUP CANADA in Fredericton, NB is seeking a Catering Supervisor to lead on-site events and manage staff, timelines, and service for plated dinners.

You will coordinate with clients and Sales Managers, ensure presentation and serving standards, and maintain food safety and cleanliness from setup to closeout. Open to mornings/evenings; requires Food Handler and ServSafe style certificates and 4+ years in catering management.