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Catering Services Supervisor, Full Time
@ Chartwells Higher Education
Oakville, Ontario
Overview
Chartwells Higher Education is hiring a full-time Catering Services Supervisor to oversee catering and food service operations. The role covers food preparation, event coordination, food safety, customer service and team leadership. Flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays are required, and the posting offers competitive compensation.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee food preparation, service and cleanup
- Coordinate catering events from setup to breakdown
- Monitor food safety, sanitation and workplace safety
- Respond to customer requests and manage vendors
- Monitor inventory, ordering and operational reports
Requirements summary:
- Previous catering, hospitality or food service experience
- Strong leadership and team-management skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Food Handler certification is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store, Restaurant or kitchen, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Food Handler |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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Chartwells Higher Education
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 213 |
Join Our Food Services Team
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Catering Supervisor to oversee our catering and food service operations. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that events and daily food service activities run smoothly while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, cleanliness, and customer service.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee food preparation, presentation, portioning, setup, service, and cleanup
- Coordinate catering events from preparation through breakdown
- Ensure food and beverage service meets company quality and presentation standards
- Monitor food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety requirements
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of food
- Communicate with clients, customers, staff, vendors, and management as required
- Respond professionally to customer questions, concerns, and special requests
- Monitor inventory, supplies, equipment, and report shortages or maintenance issues
- Ensure kitchens, serving areas, equipment, and workspaces are clean and organized
- Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies
- Complete operational checklists, reports, and other required documentation
- Help manage busy periods, special events, and changing service requirements
- Support management with other operational duties as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, restaurants, or food services
- Strong leadership and team-management skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Professional, reliable, and positive attitude
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required
- Food Handler certification is an asset
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities to work at a variety of catering events
- Training and development opportunities
- A team-focused workplace where your leadership and contribution are valued
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced food service professional who enjoys creating positive customer experiences. You will have the opportunity to take an active role in coordinating successful catering operations while developing your leadership and hospitality skills.
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