Job Overview

Are you passionate about exceptional food, memorable events, and outstanding customer experiences? We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused professional to join our team as a Bilingual Sales & Events Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, organizing details, and helping clients bring their events to life.

As a Sales & Events Coordinator, you will work closely with clients to plan and coordinate a wide variety of catered functions, including weddings, galas, corporate gatherings, social celebrations, meetings, and recurring meal service programs. You will guide clients through the planning process, assist with menu selection, coordinate logistics, liaise with venues and vendors, prepare invoices, process payments, and ensure every aspect of an event is accurately documented and executed.

In addition to event planning, this position may support marketing and business development initiatives such as social media campaigns, promotional events, trade shows, and menu development projects. Opportunities to participate directly in event execution may also be available.

Experienced candidates may take on larger, more complex, or high-profile events. Individuals who are newer to event coordination will receive training and begin by managing smaller events, meal orders, meetings, and administrative sales activities before progressing to larger-scale functions.

Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

Qualifications





- Fluency in both English and French (required)
- A qualified, positive, and customer-oriented attitude
- The ability to collaborate effectively with clients, venues, suppliers, and operational teams
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
- The ability to learn and adapt to new software platforms, including event management and customer relationship management systems (CRM)

The following qualifications would be considered assets:

- Previous experience in event coordination
- Experience within hospitality, catering, food service, or customer service environments
- Sales experience or account management experience
- Relevant post-secondary education in hospitality, business, marketing, event management, or a related field
- A valid full G licence

A security clearance may be required depending on client or event requirements

About the Opportunity

We are a growing organization committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and creating memorable events for our clients. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, continuous improvement, and service excellence.



We offer a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers. This role is additional headcount.

Compensation & Benefits

- Full-time, permanent position
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Overtime eligibility for applicable positions
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Vision care coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Complimentary meal during shifts
- Free onsite parking

Work Environment

- Primarily an on-site position
- Standard business hours Monday through Friday
- Occasional evening and weekend work required
- Attendance at events may be required as part of event coordination responsibilities

Diversity, Equity & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from qualified candidates of all identities and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable legislation.

Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle for applicants with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation are encouraged to make their needs known and will be supported in a respectful and confidential manner.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Language:

- French (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Sales and Events Coordinator (Ottawa)
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