Waitstaff Part Time

Compass Canada; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a friendly waitstaff member to take food and beverage orders and deliver items to dining room guests promptly. You will greet guests warmly, explain menu items, and accommodate dietary requests while maintaining sanitation standards.

The role requires previous food service experience, a valid Food Handler Certificate, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to lift heavy items and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food services industry is required.
• Exceptional communication skills and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and take food and beverage orders, delivering items efficiently.
• Deliver food promptly while maintaining safe handling and sanitation standards.
• Advise guests on menu items and dietary options; accommodate requests.
• Coordinate with back-of-house staff to ensure accurate orders and requests.
• Address complaints promptly and relay information to a supervisor.
• Prepare and maintain a clean, properly set dining room before and after service.
• Support other departments during special events and functions.

Skills

Food service experience

Communication skills

Team player

Physical endurance

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

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