Waitstaff Casual

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPASS GROUP CANADA in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Waitstaff to greet guests, take orders, and deliver meals with care. The position pays CAD 20.68 per hour and emphasizes friendly, efficient service.

You will work with a team to ensure accurate orders, uphold sanitation standards, and assist during events. A Food Handler Certificate is required, and strong communication is essential.

Join a busy dining environment and contribute to positive guest experiences in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food services industry.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and take orders following service steps.
• Deliver food and beverages promptly while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Advise guests on menu items and accommodate dietary notes.
• Coordinate with back-of-house for accurate order delivery.
• Address guest concerns and report to supervisor.
• Set up and reset dining room before and after service; maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with events and functions alongside other departments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Hospitality

Education

Food Handler Certificate (provincial)

Job description

Role: Waitstaff

Salary: $20.68

How you will make an impact:

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

As a Waitstaff, you will be:

• 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