Waitstaff

Compass Group Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Montreal seeks a Waitstaff to take food and beverage orders, deliver items efficiently, and ensure a pleasant dining experience. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in the food services industry, a valid Food Handler Certificate, and be bilingual, demonstrating excellent communication skills. The role offers flexible scheduling options in a supportive environment focused on health and wellness.

Benefits

Health benefits

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Mental health support initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a waiter.
• Must be physically able to lift heavy, hot items.
• Ability to stand/walk for most of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and take food/beverage orders efficiently.
• Deliver food professionally and maintain sanitation standards.
• Understand menu items and advise on food/drink combinations.

Skills

Bilingual

Exceptional communication

Food service experience

Education

Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent

Job description

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World's Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world's largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Stronger Together is our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative that was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial well‑being. Visit our Stronger Together Compass website at www.strongertogethercompass.com. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate‑led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!

Position Details

Working Title: Waitstaff

Employment Status: Full‑Time and Part‑Time

Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour

Address: TBD, Montreal, QC, Canada

New Hire Schedule: Monday to Friday

About Compass Group Canada

Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that is the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees. We operate in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps, military installations, and more, across Canada and 50+ other countries. We are committed to providing exceptional food service and creating memorable dining experiences.

Why work with Eurest Dining?

We provide diverse, innovative dining services to corporate headquarters, law firms, manufacturing facilities, distribution centres and call centres. Join our commitment to exceptional food service and growth.

Job Summary

You will be responsible for taking food and beverage orders and efficiently delivering items to dining room guests.

Responsibilities

• Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; take food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service.
• Deliver food promptly and professionally; maintain safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follow up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests.
• Demonstrate complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advise guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodate reasonable requests and notes preferences. Demonstrate knowledge of specialized diets.
• Communicate directly with back‑of‑the‑house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly, and special requests are accommodated.
• Promptly address complaints or issues, relay relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor.
• Ensure that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keep the area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards.
• Work with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions.

About you

• You have previous experience in the food services industry.
• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Exceptional communications skills and ability to get along well with others.
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items, and stand/walk for majority of shift.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a waiter.
• Must be bilingual.

EEO Statement

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital/family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.