Host (Part time) - Auberge du Pommier

Oliver & Bonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Discounted gym membership

Access to Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at all O&B рестора

Employee Referral Program

Join one of Canada’s leading hospitail

Job summary

Auberge du Pommier, part of Oliver & Bonacini, is seeking a part-time Host to welcome guests and manage seating in a refined setting in Toronto. You will coordinate reservations and guest flow with a focus on hospitality, professionalism, and efficiency.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing OpenTable, and supporting FOH/BOH operations while maintaining a pristine host stand. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays and a Smart Serve certification.

Qualifications

• Experience as a host or guest-facing hospitality role is an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Calm under pressure with proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• Flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Smart Serve certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests in a warm, professional, and timely manner.
• Manage reservations and walk-ins using OpenTable.
• Monitor table rotation and coordinate with FOH and BOH to optimize guest flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the host stand and entrance area.
• Answer guest inquiries and assist with special requests or accommodations.
• Support overall guest experience with a friendly and attentive approach.
• Assist with bussing tables and run food/beverages as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Team-oriented

OpenTable familiarity

Smart Serve certification

Evenings/weekends/holidays flexibility

Canada work eligibility

Education

Smart Serve Certification

Tools

OpenTable familiarity

Job description

Auberge du Pommier is a distinguished Toronto institution, celebrated for its refined French-inspired cuisine, elegant ambiance, and consistently warm, attentive service. Renowned for combining culinary excellence with timeless hospitality, the restaurant provides a sophisticated dining experience that delights guests and leaves a lasting impression. This is an ideal environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about upholding tradition, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, and contributing to memorable, high-caliber dining experiences. Team members have the opportunity to develop their craft within a respected and established culinary legacy while delivering service that embodies both elegance and genuine care.

What’s in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• Employee Referral Program
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

Under the direction of the Front of House Management Team, our Hosts create a positive guest experience that begins with a proper greeting. They maintain an efficient and organized restaurant through managing guest flow, maximizing seating capacity and communicating with all employees. Hosts leave a lasting impression with all guests through their professionalism and attention to detail.

The day to day:

• Greet and seat guests in a warm, professional, and timely manner
• Manage reservation and walk-in traffic using Open Table
• Monitor table rotation and coordinate with Front Of House and Back Of House teams to optimize guest flow
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the host stand and entrance area
• Answer guest inquiries and assist with special requests, wait times, or accommodations
• Support the overall guest experience with a friendly and attentive approach
• Assist with bussing tables and support the team by running food and beverages as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a host or in a guest-facing hospitality role is an asset
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Calm under pressure, with a proactive and team-oriented mindset
• Comfortable using reservation and table management systems (OpenTable) -preferred
• A passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences
• Valid Smart Serve Certification Required
• Available to work flexibleshifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is a part time position, including lunch and dinner services
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy.

Wage: $18 + shared gratuities

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