Job Summary

The Senior Executive, Catering Operations is a high-level coordination role for a leading catering provider in the Calgary market. This position is the engine behind large-scale events, responsible for the end-to-end planning, logistics, and execution of catering contracts. This role is designed for an operationally minded leader who can bridge the gap between culinary production and front-of-house service, ensuring that every event—from corporate galas to private functions—is executed with precision and high guest satisfaction.

Job Details

Employer: Leading Catering Service Provider (Calgary, AB)
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: 6-day work week (Requires high flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event bookings).
Salary & Benefits: * Estimated Pay: In the 2026 Calgary catering market, Senior Operations Executives typically earn between $62,000 and $78,000 annually, often supplemented by performance bonuses or a share of service charges.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead a diverse team of servers, bartenders, and logistics staff.
Estimated Average Salaries: Senior catering management roles in Alberta reflect the high-pressure nature of the “6-day” commitment, with total compensation packages often including health spending accounts and vehicle allowances for site visits.

Core Responsibilities

Event Planning & Logistics: Oversee the technical requirements for upcoming events, including equipment rentals, transportation schedules, and site inspections.
Operational Execution: Manage on-site catering teams during live events to ensure service timelines are met and quality standards are upheld.
Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the execution phase, addressing last-minute changes and ensuring their vision is realized.
Staff Leadership: Schedule, brief, and supervise casual and permanent catering staff; ensure all team members adhere to safety and service protocols.
Quality Control: Monitor food presentation, temperature, and service flow to maintain the provider’s reputation for “exceptional” service.
Inventory & Budgeting: Manage operational costs for individual events, including labor hours and beverage inventory, to ensure profitability.

Candidate Requirements

Experience: 2–3 years of direct experience in catering operations or high-volume banquet management.
Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to multitask and manage complex timelines across multiple concurrent events.
Resilience: Proven ability to work well under pressure and solve problems “on the fly” in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment: Must be willing to commit to a 6-day work week and maintain availability for the non-traditional hours inherent to the catering industry.
Certifications: Valid Alberta ProServe and Food Safety certifications are mandatory.
Drivers License: A valid driver’s license and a clean abstract are typically required for travel to various event venues.

Job Description

Are you a logistics expert with a passion for the culinary arts? We are looking for a Senior Executive, Catering Operations to join our premier team in Calgary. In the world of high-end catering, the “magic” happens because of the meticulous planning behind the scenes—and that’s where you come in. You aren’t just managing a meal; you are managing an experience, ensuring that every detail, from the first appetizer to the final cleanup, is executed flawlessly.

Your workweek is as dynamic as the events we produce. One day you might be at a downtown Calgary skyscraper coordinating a 500-person corporate luncheon, and the next you are at a private estate managing an intimate wedding. We need a leader who thrives on the “6-day” rhythm of the event industry—someone who finds energy in the fast-paced nature of evenings and weekends. You are the “conductor” of the catering team, providing the steady hand and organizational genius that allows our culinary team to shine.

We value professionals who take ownership. If you have a track record of reliability, a “guest-first” mindset, and the operational experience to lead a team through a high-pressure service, you will find a home here. We offer a platform where your talent for coordination will be the key driver of our continued success in the Alberta market.

Join us and help us continue to deliver the exceptional catering services that have made us a leader in the Canadian hospitality sector.

Consortium for Clinical Research and Innovation, Singapore (CRIS) | Calgary Regional Context

The Consortium for Clinical Research and Innovation, Singapore (CRIS) is a national-level organization established in 2020 under the stewardship of the Singapore Ministry of Health. While its physical headquarters and primary operations are located at Rochester Park, Singapore, CRIS represents a global standard in clinical research that resonates with Calgary’s growing life sciences sector, particularly through the Alberta Clinical Research Consortium (ACRC).

Company Culture

The culture at CRIS is defined by a mission to create a “future-ready healthcare system” through high-level synergy and innovation.

Collaboration & Synergy: CRIS brings together seven key national R&D initiatives (such as the Singapore Clinical Research Institute and the Singapore Translational Cancer Consortium) under one roof to maximize scientific resources and industry engagement.
Core Values (Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence): The organization emphasizes a “growth mindset,” fostering open and safe spaces for employees to innovate while holding themselves accountable to the highest standards of clinical integrity.
Agile & Visionary: As a subsidiary of MOH Holdings, the culture is both structured and experimental, focused on staying at the cutting edge of capability development and biomarker validation.

Global & Regional Context: Singapore to Calgary

While CRIS is centered in Singapore, its model and objectives parallel the clinical research infrastructure in Calgary, Alberta:

Consortium Parallels: Calgary’s clinical research landscape is anchored by the Alberta Clinical Research Consortium (ACRC) and the Calgary Centre for Clinical Research (CCCR) at the University of Calgary. Both regions focus on streamlining the regulatory pathway and creating “one-stop-shops” for clinical trial services.
Strategic Pillars: Like CRIS’s focus on Precision Health (PRECISE) and Cancer (STCC), Calgary’s research hubs—such as the Cumming School of Medicine and CaRe Clinics—specialize in high-impact areas including cardiovascular health, diabetes, and oncology.
Innovation Corridor: The connection between these two hubs is built on a shared commitment to attracting international investment and providing citizens with early access to novel therapies that would otherwise be unavailable.

Key CRIS Programmes

Programme	Focus Area
SCRI	Singapore Clinical Research Institute (Academic Research)
PRECISE	Precision Health Research (Genomics and Data)
ACTRIS	Advanced Cell Therapy and Research
CADENCE	Cardiovascular Disease National Collaborative Enterprise

To apply for this job please visit cris.sg.