Job Description
Events & Catering Coordinator
Location: Sherwood Park, AB
Reports To: Events & Catering Manager
About the Role
The Events & Catering Coordinator is at the heart of LOCA’s most memorable moments — from private dinners and corporate luncheons to large-scale community celebrations. This role supports the sale, coordination, and flawless execution of all onsite and offsite catering events. You’ll work closely with our culinary, retail, and leadership teams to deliver experiences that reflect LOCA’s commitment to quality, creativity, and genuine hospitality.
What You’ll Do
Assist in the planning and coordination of all catering events, including menu planning, logistics, and client communication.
Work directly with clients to understand their needs, manage details, and ensure every event feels seamless and personal.
Support the sales process, from initial inquiry through event wrap-up and follow-up communication.
Collaborate with kitchen, retail, and service teams to ensure timing, presentation, and standards exceed expectations.
Maintain detailed event files, checklists, production timelines, and post-event notes.
Represent LOCA professionally at tastings, events, and client meetings — both on- and off-site.
Assist with set-up, service, and teardown as needed to ensure successful execution.
Participate in marketing initiatives and social promotions related to catering and events.
Who You Are
You thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.
You’re naturally organized and detail-oriented — the kind of person who spots what’s missing before anyone else does.
You have a background in event planning, catering, hospitality, or service, and you love creating memorable guest experiences.
You’re flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends, and travel for client events when needed.
You’re an excellent communicator and problem solver — calm under pressure, quick to act, and easy to work with.
You bring energy, positivity, and professionalism to every interaction.
What Success Looks Like
Clients rave about their LOCA experience — praising communication, presentation, and attention to detail.
Events run smoothly, on time, and on budget, with proactive planning that eliminates last-minute stress.
Collaboration thrives between kitchen, retail, and service teams — everyone knows the plan, and execution feels effortless.
The LOCA brand shines through every event — visually, experientially, and emotionally.
You take ownership of your role, anticipate needs, and continuously look for ways to elevate the guest experience and internal process.
Why Join LOCA
LOCA Quality Market is more than a market — it’s a movement to bring connection, creativity, and quality to everything we do. You’ll be part of a passionate team that celebrates food, people, and moments that matter.
