Director of Catering Events

6 days ago


Burnaby, Canada Compass Group USA Full time

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between - doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward

Imagine creating a place where tomorrow’s leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

**Why work with Chartwells?** We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today’s students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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**Job Summary**:
As the **Director of Catering & Events**, you will be responsible for leading our teams that provide services in catering at the DAC, as well as oversee our growing catering on campus. Team will consist of salaried managers, operational team and an administration/billing team.

Now, if you were to come on board as our **Director of Catering & Events**, we'd ask you to do the following for us:

- Develops and manages Food and Beverage operations for internal and external Catering
- Ensures quality standards are maintained at all times
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients and guests
- Regularly obtains feedback from clients and guests to improve operations
- Attends and/or conducts pre-shift meetings to communicate department initiates, H&S Safety, recognition
- Leads the menu development process in partnership with Executive Chef and team
- Develops the Internal/External Catering Journey with SFU
- Identify opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change.

Think you have what it takes to be our** Director of Catering & Events**? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you are the best fit:

- Minimum 5 years previous experience leading high volume food and beverage operations, catering and/or events
- Excellent leadership, coaching and supervisory abilities. Positive, energetic personality



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