Server, Events- Village Loft (Bayview Village)

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Toronto is looking for professional Event Servers to join its team. The role involves executing seamless events, from setup to breakdown, while providing exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of serving experience and Smart Serve certification. Flexible availability is required, including evenings and weekends. This position offers various perks, including gratuity sharing and health benefits.

Benefits

Gratuity Sharing

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount

Training and development opportunities

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of serving or banquet experience preferred.
• Smart Serve certification required.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup and breakdown.
• Deliver food and beverages promptly and professionally.
• Maintain cleanliness during the event.

Skills

Serving or banquet experience

Attention to detail

Communication abilities

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Smart Serve certification

Job description

Overview

Located in the stylish Bayview Village in the heart of North York, Village Loft is a modern event space known for its contemporary elegance and rustic charm. With newly renovated interiors featuring exposed brick walls, wood beams, and large windows, our venue hosts a wide range of events- from corporate functions and cocktail receptions to weddings and bar/bat mitzvahs.

We’re currently looking for professional and enthusiastic Event Servers to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and enjoy being part of unforgettable celebrations, we’d love to meet you!

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!

Responsibilities

Event Servers are key players in executing seamless, memorable events. From setup to breakdown, they ensure every guest interaction is polished, timely, and aligned with service standards. They deliver food and beverages efficiently, maintain a clean and organized event space, and are knowledgeable about the menu to confidently answer guest questions and make recommendations.

The Day to Day:

• Assist with event setup and breakdown, ensuring the venue is guest-ready
• Deliver food and beverages promptly and professionally throughout the event
• Maintain cleanliness by clearing plates, glassware, and cutlery throughout service
• Provide an exceptional guest experience by following service standards and steps of service
• Be knowledgeable about all menu items to answer questions and make recommendations
• Monitor food presentation and quality throughout the event
• Ensure accuracy when entering orders into the POS system (if applicable)
• Maintain a clean and organized section, free of clutter at all times
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Stay aware of guest allergies or special requests and communicate them clearly to the team
• Complete all opening, closing, and side duties efficiently and safely
• Support the team and venue with other tasks as required

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of serving or banquet experience (preferred)
• Smart Serve certification (required)
• Exceptional attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Confident verbal and written communication abilities
• Professional presence with a sense of urgency and momentum
• Flexible availability, including evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

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.

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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.