Catering Porter

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At Sodexo Windsor the Catering Service Worker and Driver role combines catering logistics with hands-on event support, requiring safe vehicle operation, venue setup, sanitation, and strict adherence to food handling and safety policies. The ideal candidate has a clean driving record, the physical ability to lift 50 lbs, 0–1 years of catering or banquet experience, and flexibility for shifts including mornings, nights, or weekends. The position offers growth, ongoing training, and a chance to lead and build a team within a well-being focused, diversity-driven company. To apply, tailor your resume to prove reliability, punctuality, autonomy, and any Smart Serve or food handling certifications, plus experience following BEOs.

Company Description

Looking for a change, an opportunity to show your exceptional skills, a chance to help lead and build a team? Grow your career with a company that shares your passion!

Contributing to The Well-Being and Quality of Our Consumers

The well-being of our consumers is at the heart of Sodexo's approach, customer engagement is integral in the services provided by Sodexo employees in various locations across Canada. We work closely with our consumers and clients to create an interactive and personalized environment for the well-being of everyone we serve.

Sodexo is proud to announce these nominations:  2021 Canada’s Best Diversity Employer; 2021 Canada’s Greenest Employers; 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index featured company; 2020 Parity Certification - Platinum level and Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program company – Gold Level.

What We Can Offer You

Sodexo offers you a flexible and dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, access to ongoing training and development programs, and countless opportunities to grow within the company.

Job Description

Job Summary

At Sodexo, we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Catering Service Worker & Driver to manage the end-to-end logistics of our corporate and event catering operations. You will be responsible for the safe transit of food, organizing venue setups, and maintaining a hygienic kitchen environment. This role requires independent judgment, adherence to strict timelines, and compliance with all food and physical safety protocols. 

Key Responsibilities

• Transport & Logistics: Safely operate company cargo vehicles to transport food carts, hot cambros, and event equipment to client locations in variable weather conditions. Maintain driver logs and schedule maintenance as required. 
• Setup Execution: Review and execute events according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs). Load and unload vehicles, position food displays in a logical, professional manner, and verify that all service ware and condiments are present. 
• Breakdown & Strike: Promptly clear and transport dirty dishes, linens, and empty equipment back to the transport vehicle at the conclusion of the event. 
• Sanitation & Kitchen Support: Perform dishwashing duties using industrial machinery, sanitize catering crates, deep clean food prep areas, and organize stock to ensure a safe, healthy workspace. 
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to Sodexo, client, and regulatory food handling and physical safety policies at all times. 

Qualifications

• Licensing: Valid Driver’s License with a clean, verifiable driving record.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to repeatedly lift, push, and carry heavy food containers or equipment weighing a minimum of 50 lbs (23 kg), occasionally utilizing truck tailgate lifts.
• Experience: 0–1 years of experience in catering deliveries, banquet support, or kitchen operations is preferred.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work variable event-driven shifts, which may include early mornings, late nights, or weekends.
• Core Competencies: Punctual, detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to complete tasks independently under strict timelines.
• Smart Serve/Food Handling certificates an asset

Additional Information

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other federal, provincial, or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates who participate in all aspects of the selection process. 

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.

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