Job Opportunities
Join the VICC Team!
The Vancouver Island Conference Centre, a brand new state-of-the-art facility scheduled to open in June, 2008 in Nanaimo, BC is looking to recruit talented management team members to help service both the centre and customer needs.
We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are looking to grow in a thriving industry, have an eye for detail, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
All positions are required within the first quarter of 2008.
Job Fair
Saturday, May 17th
At 10:00 am to 3pm
The Job fair will be held at the Best Western Dorchester, Nanaimo, from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Compass Group Canada will be hiring for the following positions for the new Vancouver Island Convention Centre in Nanaimo opening in late May. Please bring a copy of your resume. Full and part-time positions.
- Culinary Artists
- Working Chefs
- Front Line Cooks
- Dishwashers
- Banquet Attendants
Current Job Opportunities
We are currently hiring for the following:
Banquet Captain
Overview
With a “Can Do” attitude and a “Passion for Excellence”, you will be responsible to supervise and direct events in the newly constructed facilities. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will work in daily contact with Executive Chef, Director of Food services and the Conference Sales Team with the goal of offering the best possible customer service experience for our clients. You are a motivated self-starter with a goal of constantly raising the bar of customer service excellence.
Expectation
Our Banquet Captains are responsible for directing the activities of the team, managing multiple events and coordinating all resources available for our client’s functions. Captains are also involved with planning and organizing staff and resources, training new employees, in addition to implementing and maintaining high standards of service.
Download the detailed Job Description (PDF, 40KB)
To Apply:
Visit www.compass-canada.com and apply in the "Jobs" section
Sous Chef
Overview
We are currently seeking a Sous Chef for the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. With a “Can Do” attitude and a “Passion for Excellence”, you will responsible for the day to day food production. You will prepare a variety of meals for employees and catering services for meetings and special functions. Along with this, you will be responsible for food ordering and providing basic cooking instruction to kitchen staff. The position will ensure the unit has strict compliance of the Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations. You will ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards are followed in the food preparation process.
Expectation
The Sous Chef will report to the Executive Chef and requires a flexible work schedule. The position will ensure the VICC has strict compliance of the Compass Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Program, Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations. You will ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards are followed in the food preparation process.
Download the detailed Job Description (PDF, 36KB)
To Apply:
Visit www.compass-canada.com and apply in the "Jobs" section
Receptionist/Coordinator
Department: Operations
Reports to: Director of Operations
Issue Date: April 15, 2008
Status: Full-time
Overview
This position is responsible for the Vancouver Island Guest Arrival Experience in the Administration Area, managing the Business Center, and Assisting the Conference Services Department where required. Such duties will be greeting and directing visitors of the Conference Center, overseeing their needs in the business center, handling all internal and external calls to the main switch-board, managing and booking the 2 boardrooms in the Administration Area, the Central Logging system for all inter-departmental communication, and various administrative tasks for the Conference Services Department.
Expectation
Reporting to the Director of Operations you will be a self motivator with a strong background in multi-task oriented job functions. You have a high professional standard and display a manner of enthusiasm and confidence. As conference center receptionist/coordinator you will greet clients and visitors with a highly professional presence attending to their immediate needs, be current in Microsoft Office Applications and manage the day-to-day activities of the business center.
Download the detailed Job Description (PDF, 151KB)
Resume Submissions to:
The Vancouver Island Conference Center
P.O. Box 1102 STN A
Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6E7
Attention: Denise Tacon- Director of Operations
Or
Email:dtacon@viconference.com
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