Waitstaff Part Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a waitstaff member to take food and beverage orders and deliver items to dining room guests in a fast-paced setting.

You will greet guests, ensure timely service, and maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation. The ideal candidate has experience in food services, holds a valid Food Handler certificate, and can lift heavy items while standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food services industry
• Excellent communication skills and ability to get along with others
• Physically able to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long periods

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a dining room in a warm, prompt manner
• Take food and beverage orders and deliver items efficiently
• Explain menu items and pairings; advise on dietary needs and notes
• Coordinate with back-of-house staff to ensure accurate and timely service
• Address guest questions and resolve issues; report concerns to supervisor
• Keep dining area clean, organized and sanitized before and after service
• Assist other departments during events and functions as needed

Skills

Exceptional communications

Education

Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent

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