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Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven worldclass owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Position Summary The Catering Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of all catering operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences and seamless event delivery. Working closely with the Director of Catering & Sales, culinary teams, operations, and clients, this role serves as a key liaison between sales and execution, ensuring that all catering services are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards of quality and service. The Catering Manager oversees event logistics from initial planning through execution and postevent followup. This includes managing event details, coordinating staffing and service requirements, ensuring proper setup and breakdown, and maintaining strong communication with internal departments and clients. The role also supports revenue growth by ensuring accurate event orders, maximizing operational efficiency, and identifying opportunities to enhance the guest experience. This position requires strong organizational skills, leadership, and the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fastpaced environment. The Catering Manager plays a critical role in upholding brand standards, ensuring operational excellence, and supporting the overall success of the catering department. This role pays an annual salary of $65,000-$70,000 CAD. Benefits for FullTime roles Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until June 5, 2026. About The Venue Enercare Centre at Exhibition Place is Canadas largest convention facility, hosting premier trade shows, conferences, and marquee corporate events in the heart of Toronto. As part of OVGC (Oak View Group Canada), this role helps deliver worldclass, innovative, and sustainable hospitality experiences across highvolume events. Responsibilities Coordinate and execute all catering events from planning through completion Serve as a primary operational liaison between clients, sales, culinary, and operations teams Review and finalize Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to ensure accuracy and operational readiness Oversee event setup, service execution, and breakdown to ensure quality and efficiency Manage catering staff assignments, service standards, and performance during events Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and company policies Support the Director of Catering & Sales in achieving revenue and operational goals Monitor labour, product usage, and operational costs to support profitability targets Address and resolve client needs or operational challenges in real time Conduct postevent evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement Qualifications 35 years of experience in catering, hospitality, or event management Strong leadership and team coordination skills Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Strong communication and client service skills Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and event days Knowledge of catering operations, service standards, and event logistics preferred Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr