Wait Staff - Server

Aramark Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Canada in Ottawa is hiring a Server to create memorable guest experiences. You will take orders, serve food and drinks, and contribute to smooth event service in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have strong customer service, flexible availability including evenings and weekends, and the ability to follow food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server or in a food service role preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge of food safety principles.
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and serve food and beverages to guests.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items and offerings.
• Ensure cleanliness of service areas and proper food safety.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve guest needs.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

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.

FOH 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.

BOH Job Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server or in food service role preferred
• 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).

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.