Company Description
Experience simple and soulful mountain dining in a stylish ski village setting in the upscale Westin Trillium House Hotel. Custom-built for mountain dining, special events and off site caterings anywhere in the Georgian Triangle. Offering an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner selection, as well as some seriously indulgent culinary experiences. At O&B, the diversity of our spaces allows us to host a wide range of events, such as closing dinners, business meetings, personal celebrations, weddings, kosher-catered events, bar mitzvahs and large corporate events. While each venue is unique, with distinct differences in both décor and cuisine, they all share the same commitment to exceptional service and respect for food.
What’s in it for you?
Gratuity Sharing
Discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Program
50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
Employee referral program
Training and development opportunities
Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!
Job Description
Under the direction of the Event Manager, the Event Captain is accountable for the day to day operations of the event venue including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting and active floor management during events.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicates the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforces the O&B values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
Regularly monitors and achieves the O&B points of technical service and points of details
Builds and maintains relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
Follows bar, beverage and wine control procedures exactly
Shows leadership in creating a culture that revolves around the experience and enjoyment of food and wine
Conducts recruitment and selection and training and development initiatives as well as performance management and employee coaching
Uses conflict/resolution and problem solving skills
Assists with the tracking of sales, invoicing, and managing inventory
Conduct briefings with event service staff prior to each function
Schedules event staff to properly service events/functions
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll records
Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
Participate on Health & Safety Committee, ensuring that the Occupational Health & Safety Act and WSIB procedures are being followed
Ensure facility is well maintained, repaired and spotless at all times
Work with Marketing to design and implement a strategy to attract new business
Build relationships with vendors and suppliers
Additional duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a variety of events in a similar environment (inclusive of small, large and high profile functions)
WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large and variable work load, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned work
Strong business acumen
Team player
Additional Information
We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process.
