Job Details

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

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Location: We are seeking an experienced Stewarding Supervisor (Full Time 30 hours per week) for our Vancouver Convention Centre operation.

Sodexo Live! is the Official Supplier of Food and Beverage Services to the Vancouver Convention Centre. Located on Vancouver's waterfront with a dramatic mountain backdrop, the award-winning Vancouver Convention Centre offers one of the most beautiful settings in the world. As British Columbia's flagship convention centre, the facility hosts more than 500 events and welcomes hundreds of thousands of attendees each year, while generating significant economic activity for the Province.

Principal Function:
The Stewarding Supervisor is an extension of the Culinary team. Under the direction of the Stewarding Manager they are responsible for supervising Stewarding staff and for performing operational duties within primarily non-food production areas of the kitchen, to include the dish room, storage areas and other utility areas.

The Stewarding Supervisor will be knowledgeable of and responsible for upholding Sodexo Live! standards for proper food handling and sanitation, as well as OSHA standards and MSDS guidelines. They will support Culinary operations by providing oversight and assistance with the proper washing and storage of china, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other food service equipment items.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:
-Support overall food and beverage operations by participating as part of the Culinary Team; Assist in managing the facilities Stewarding function and its staff members.
-Ensure Stewarding and Kitchen equipment is properly maintained.
-Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of staff who prepare, portion and serve food
-Establish work schedules and procedures
-Maintaining daily record of inventory, sales, waste, and communicate any repairs to equipment that may be required.
-Implement, support and maintain standards for workplace safety at all times including train staff in job duties.
-Supervise and ensure food service for regular and special dietary restrictions is available for designated guests and proper food handling standards is followed.
-Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
-May participate in the recruitment and selection of food service staff.
-Ensure that employees are assigned meal breaks and that proper time and attendance procedures are followed to maintain labour cost objectives.
-Ensure that standards for health, safety procedures, cleanliness and sanitation are maintained throughout Stewarding areas including
-Continuously observe surroundings and maintain awareness of all customer activities; Immediately report suspicious, violent, or inappropriate behaviour.

Qualifications/Skills:
-Completion of secondary school is required.
-1-2 years supervisory experience in a fast-paced foodservice facility preferred.
-Previous venue catering/Stewarding experience and multi-site experience strongly or education related to hospitality management.
-Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively implement written and verbal instructions.
-Strong team orientation and ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish assigned tasks.
-Ability to work well independently.
-Ability to work well in a high stress, fast paced environment.
-Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used by supervisors and co-workers.

Other Requirements:
-Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Great news! You will receive:
-Company paid health and dental benefits (after wait period and qualifying hours).
-Opportunities for skills development and career progression.
-A fresh, clean uniform provided with every shift.
-Employee meals provided.
-Access to free on-site gym facilities.

Compensation: $25.00 – $26.70 per hour

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!, however, only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or any other applicable Provincially protected status.