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Bartender

The Bartender is responsible for providing outstanding guest service from the moment guests arrive until they leave the establishment. The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at guests’ requests. This may include preparing mixed drinks, as well as pouring wine and beer. Responsible for money handling, beverage pouring, providing servers drinks from the service well and established alcohol service policies. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Servers

The Server is responsible for taking customer orders and serving food and beverage according to customer requests. The Server should provide general customer service within the dining establishment as well as raise and/or resolve any issues as necessary to ensure guest satisfaction. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

1st Cook

Every memorable dining experience at Aramark begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Your passion for food preparation with fresh ingredients from Canadian local sourcing as a 1st cook will inspire your team to create truly spectacular fare.

Local Sales Manager

As a key member of the Sales team, the Account Manager is responsible for managing existing accounts and generating maximum sales from new and existing accounts from assigned markets. The Account Manager oversees the sales process for market specific meetings, as well as weddings and social events. The Account Manager acts as an Ottawa Convention Centre representative at assigned niche market and industry association functions, and other events.

Event Services Director

The Event Services Director's primary responsibilities are driving profitable top line sales, customer relationship management efforts, effective internal and external communications, and positive relationships with the convention center management team.

Event Services Manager

This position is based at the Shaw Centre, which was named #1 best convention centre globally in 2020, and is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Under the Director of Events, this management position is responsible for acting as the primary liaison between clients and the operational teams to plan successful events of various scopes.

Food and Beverage Operations Manager

The Operations Manager receives guidance from the Senior Operations Manager or the Director of Hospitality. The role of the Operations Manager is to provide direct supervision, oversight, and/or support to multiple food service units, including but not limited to: Catering and Banquet at the Shaw Centre, awarded #1 best convention centre globally in 2020.

Food and Beverage Captain

To promote a true culinary Canadian experience in Ottawa at the Shaw Centre, awarded #1 best convention centre globally in 2020. Under the Executive Chef this management position, supports the overall culinary/stewarding department with all administrative and clerical tasks to ensure an efficient and effective operation. A key player in coordinating all aspects of the department to ensure the success of all events with discipline, attention to detail, strong time management and organizational skills.

Houseman

The Events Operator II is responsible for managing set-up and maintains, breaks down, and cleans the conference rooms, and lounges in accordance with ARAMARK standards, safety and sanitation policies. Sets-up, maintains, breaks down, and cleans food and beverage special events.

Maintenance Operator

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of work including the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds in assigned area(s). Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Assistant Receiver

The Receiver Assistant’s main function is to assist the Receiver in receiving deliveries in the loading dock. This also includes assisting in storing products, maintaining inventory and managing the loading dock. It is also the Receiver Assistant’s job to fill in when the Receiver is not available.

Work Control Assistant

The Work Control Assistant will support the Senior Facilities Manager in overseeing the Engineering department to ensure maintenance of equipment and systems are performed to current standards.

Housekeeper

Housekeepers are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the guestrooms to meet guest and client satisfaction.

Becoming a part of a successful, inspired team

The following is a list of criteria we look for in our colleagues;

Accountable
Customer Service Oriented
Dependable
Energetic
Enjoy working with the public
Honest
Innovative
Passionate
Responsible
Superior interpersonal and communication skills
Team player
Willing to take initiative

Career opportunities at Shaw Centre – Canada’s Meeting Place are vast and varied. Shaw Centre is a great place to work. It provides colleagues with an inspirational work environment focused on providing the skills required for success, promoting a healthy and safe workplace, and maintaining an environment where we intend to have fun each and every day. Shaw Centre has worked hard to create a culture of fair, consistent and focused leadership, and looks to hire dedicated staff who are inspired people creating extraordinary events for our clients. We focus on keeping our colleagues informed, rewarding efforts, celebrating achievements and letting everyone know that every action they take matters to the success of Shaw Centre.

Shaw Centre is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 613-563-1984 or info@shaw-centre.com.

Future Openings

If you would like to apply for future job possibilities, please fill out the job application form and send it to humanresources@shaw-centre.com.

If you use assistive technology and require this form in a different format, please contact Human Resources at 613-563-1984 ext. 606 or via email at humanresources@shaw-centre.com.