Host - Blue Mountain

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company, Oliver & Bonacini, seeks customer-focused team players for its upscale restaurant in Collingwood. This role emphasizes creating exceptional dining experiences through strong communication and organization skills, all while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Gratuity Sharing

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount for employees and up to 3 guests

Training and development opportunities

Access to health, dental, and vision benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in customer service; restaurant experience is an asset.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and manage reservations in a busy restaurant.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain guest flow.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the front entrance and host stand.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Job description

Company Description

Joining us means you will be part of an extraordinary and exciting company! You’re a key team player collaborating closely with the rest of the restaurant team. You’re the first person to welcome our guests and start an exceptional dining experience. You’ll learn our sought after set of systems and procedures while working closely with your FOH and BOH Teams. You’ll bring a professional, enthusiastic work ethic each day; and contribute in setting our restaurants apart and contributing to rave worthy guest experience!

What’s in it for you?

• Gratuity Sharing
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
• Employee referral program
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!

Job Description

Experience simple and soulful mountain dining in a stylish ski village setting in the upscale Westin Trillium House Hotel. Custom-built for mountain dining, special events and off site caterings anywhere in the Georgian Triangle. Offering an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner selection, as well as some seriously indulgent culinary experiences!

The Day to Day

• You exude and warm and welcoming presence, in person and over the phone, even under the busiest of circumstances
• You’re confident in your communicate with Servers, Bartenders and Managers to maintain proper guest flow throughout the restaurant.
• You escort guests to their table, engaging them in friendly conversation
• You’re detailed oriented and accurately take reservations over the phone and in person
• You understand that first impression are everything and ensure that the front entrance, host stand and surrounding areas are fully stocked and free from clutter and debris.
• You’ll be fully versed in a short time and know all table numbers and maintain awareness of each section in the restaurant
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum
• Minimum 1 year experience in customer service, restaurant experience considered an asset

Additional Information

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.