2 Catering Companies jobs in Canada
Catering Event Manager - Oliver and Bonacini Hospitality
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Ready for the next chapter of your career? Why not make one of Canada's leading restaurant groups a part of it! We value relentless innovation and kick-ass creativity! We provide advancement through training and development and our hands on managers empower people and awaken ability through responsibility and respect.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
- Health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
- Discounted gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life & disability insurance
- Management uniform/clothing reimbursement
- Monthly dining allowance for all O&B locations
- 50% dining discount for all O&B for you and up to 3 guests
- RRSP matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec
The Catering Managers at O&B Events are responsible for managing all inbound business. Through the event cycle of service, the specialist is thorough and detailed in all communications with clients, utilizing TripleSeat to ensure accurate event details are shared with the client and teams. The Catering Manager provides exceptional service and ensures that clients return each year. The specialist also educates clients on other venues they can use within the O&B portfolio.
The Day to Day:
- Seek new business opportunities for the unit & department focusing on prospects & cold calling
- Support the relationship development of our key contacts at catering partner venues.
- Respond to inquiries by setting up discovery calls to prepare impactful proposals that will help secure event leads.
- Provide creative proposals that are on theme, on budget and on time.
- Travel to destinations for property walkthroughs and client meetings as required.
- Network and create relationships with new and current clients
- Communicate with clients, gather event details, prepare packages, and send event confirmation details to clients
- Uses sales tools to effectively close leads, including proposals, site tours and planning meetings
- Follow up with clients using information from post events creating opportunity for new bookings and Moment’s of Truth
- Show a superior level of customer service through client feedback & repeat events
- Has a keen eye for details & knows the important questions to ask when planning an event
- Manage time effectively to meet weekly deadlines for BEOs and responds efficiency to client requests
- contributes to the annual sales targets of the events team, and is able to accurately produce a forecast and speak to the business they are producing
- Contributes to the venue goals by sharing ideas and collaborating with team members.
- Can identify a great piece of business & present to management for negotiation
- Anticipates the needs of the operations and kitchen side of the business unit
- Offers a positive presence and attitude towards the work, team & company
- Minimum 2 years’ experience coordinating a variety of events (inclusive of small, large and high profile functions)
- Prior understanding of equipment and event rentals is an asset
- Prior administrative experience and exposure to marketing and sales an asset
- Proven ability to work in a team environment with self-motivation and independent work ethic
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to engage clients
- IT/Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Fanatical attention to detail, strong organizational skills and sales ability
- Ability to multi-task and maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum; excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks properlyt
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** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **
Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment
At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.
Director, Conference Services and Catering
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Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!
Job DescriptionAt Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, our engaging service and delicious cuisine make every special event a truly memorable affair, both within our distinctive surroundings and off-site. Your vision and leadership as Director, Conference Services and Catering will ensure an engaged team, efficient operations – and offerings that exceed the expectations of every client.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
- Direct and manage all activity related to the Catering office, ensuring all service standards are followed
- Responsible for all catering, from booking to execution and conference services from the time a contract becomes definite to execution
- Prepare an annual budget for approval and administer that budget in a fiscally responsible manner
- Establish and maintain rapport with clients, prior to, during and post conference, exceeding their expectations and encouraging repeat business
- Conduct site inspections as required
- Develop annual business plans for the department in conjunction with the Director of Sales & Marketing
- Ensure that function bookings, group resumes, event contracts and banquet event orders are prepared and distributed accurately and efficiently
- Ensure meeting and function rooms are properly maintained at all times liaising with food and beverage outlets regarding reservations and flow of clients
- Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to prepare monthly forecasts
- Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
- Follow departmental policies and procedures
- Drives function space optimization/maximization to ensure the best utilization of space for guest experience and financial performance
- Lead a team of Conference Service Managers
- Onboard new team members
- Lead training and recruitment efforts
- Follow all safety policies
- Other duties as assigned
- Previous leadership experience within a similar role required
- Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications and relevant computer applications required
- University/College degree in a related discipline required
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
- Proactive, detail oriented, and able to work collaboratively across teams to drive results and deliver memorable experiences
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Job Perks & Benefits:
- Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
- One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $5/meal)
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $,000/year), Orthodontics (up to 2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of 10,000) for full time permanent status employees
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
- Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
- Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor
Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!
We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence:
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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