Assistant Manager, Toronto Zoo-Africa Rest
About The Position
The Assistant Catering Manager will be responsible for various aspects of catering operations, including event planning, procurement, coordination with vendors, event setup and breakdown, client relations, and leading event staff when necessary. This role requires a professional attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The position involves attending operational meetings and potentially serving as a lead server. The company is committed to offering competitive compensation and utilizing AI tools in the recruitment process.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of experience or combination of education and experience
- Computer experience required including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
- Able to communicate effectively and must possess strong customer service skills
- Able to lift and move up to 30 lbs
- Demonstrated experience planning meetings and events, including scheduling, communication with clients and post-event billing
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing, problem-solving and completing multiple tasks with priority and deadline
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends
Responsibilities
- Create event folders with labels and include relevant event information
- Assist Catertrax team in customizing the software to fit the company’s needs
- Responsible for procuring all necessary items for catering orders
- Responsible for coordinating with rental companies
- Responsible for all catering related orders
- Responsible for all setup, tear down and staffing of the events
- Assist in updating / adding events and proposals to Catertrax program
- Handling client complaints and feedback
- Work functions as a lead server when necessary
- Provide a professional attitude and proper business attire when on-site, ready to meet or service a client at any time
- Attend and participate in the weekly operations meeting to review all logistics and pertinent items as it relates to the upcoming week’s catered events
- Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Pay transparency legislation compliance
- Total rewards offerings shared during hiring process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
