Catering Supervisor Full Time

Group Compass Ltee•Vancouver, BC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Catering Supervisors are the face of the company for on-site events. This position requires a very special skill set and personality. Managing a catered event requires solution-based thinking, speed and sense of urgency while following timelines, as well as attention to detail for service floor plans and table maps for plated dinners. This is a leadership role that requires managing the on-site staff and keeping everyone on task, while also overseeing the entire scope of service and liaising with our clients.

Requirements

Must drive and have a valid BC Driver's Licence.
You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent and Responsible Beverage Service Certificate for the province in which you are applying
Open availability to work both morning and evening events.
Min. 4 years of catering or hospitality management, supervisory experience.
Excellent customer service skills.
Able to accurately read event orders and organize deliveries for the day
Adept at conflict resolution.
Advanced problem solving and delegating skills
Confident leadership qualities including staff motivation, staff direction
Ability to follow and maintain written and oral directions for timelines and room setups
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Extremely well organized and efficient; able to multi-task
Good attention to detail
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Responsibilities

The Catering Supervisor is responsible for managing staff and following timelines for event setups and service.
Engaging with clients and Sales Managers and maintaining a rapport while running events.
Ensure all food is presented, served, and displayed per standards.
Log and maintain food temperatures
Loading vans with catering supplies and ensuring all items are accounted for
Driving to event locations
Coordinate catering staff schedules to ensure all functions are delivered, served, and cleared in a timely fashion
Maintaining a calm demeanor while under pressure.
Quick, efficient decision making
Thoroughly clean location after event is completed and assist with inventory, food storage and other closeout tasks
Return food and beverages, serving equipment and utensils to catering facility
Ensure strict compliance with Compass’ Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations