Restaurant Wait Staff - Server

Aramark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Server to join our team in delivering an outstanding customer experience. You’ll take orders, serve food and drinks, and create memorable moments for guests while upholding Aramark standards for service and safety.

This role requires at least 3 years in a fast-paced restaurant, excellent customer service, strong communication, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends. You’ll thrive by anticipating guest needs and maintaining clean, safe service areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years serving in fast-paced full-service restaurant.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of food safety principles; ability to obtain a food safety certification.
• Available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serves food and beverage to guests according to orders and banquet menu.
• Maintains knowledge of menu items and offerings.
• Maintains appearance and cleanliness of food service areas during events.
• Replenishes food and beverage products.
• Adheres to alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines, including checking IDs.
• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests’ needs.
• Breaks down and cleans/sanitizes food service areas, workstations and equipment.
• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, and coworkers.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and protects assets.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Food safety knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

Serving others prepares you to lead others. As a Server on our team, you’ll master the art of creating an awesome customer experience. You’ll be responsible for taking orders, serving food and drinks, and making unforgettable memories with guests. Our Servers love to keep our guests satisfied and are problem-solvers at heart. By focusing on ways to better the customer experience, you’ll be able to refine your leadership skills and open new doors for your career. Start your journey with us and pursue what matters to you.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves food and beverage to guests according to guests orders and/or banquet menu
• Maintains knowledge of menu items and all other offerings
• Maintains appearance and cleanliness of food service areas during event
• Replenishes food and beverage product
• Adheres to all alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking guests’ identification
• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests’ needs
• Breaks down and cleans/sanitizes food service areas, workstations, and equipment
• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years serving in fast-paced full-service restaurant (required)
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of food safety principles and procedures
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification
• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .

The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $17.60.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.