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Experienced Restaurant Server – Full-Time

Seau de Crabe | Barrhaven, Ottawa, ON

Job Summary

Seau de Crabe Barrhaven is looking for experienced, motivated, and professional Full-Time Servers to join our growing team.

We are seeking individuals who have previous experience working in a busy restaurant environment, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and are confident in their ability to manage multiple tables while maintaining a high standard of hospitality.

The ideal candidate is friendly, energetic, dependable, and capable of working efficiently under pressure. We value team members who take initiative, pay attention to detail, and are committed to providing every guest with an exceptional dining experience.

Please note: Previous restaurant serving experience is required. This is not an entry-level position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a welcoming, friendly, and professional atmosphere.
• Greet guests promptly, explain menu items, answer questions, and offer knowledgeable recommendations.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them efficiently into the POS system.
• Confidently manage multiple tables and prioritize tasks during busy service periods.
• Serve food and beverages promptly while ensuring accuracy, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Demonstrate strong menu knowledge and recommend additional items to enhance the guest experience.
• Handle guest requests, concerns, and complaints professionally and efficiently.
• Process payments accurately, including cash, credit, and debit transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the dining area and service stations.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, management, and fellow servers to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
• Follow all restaurant policies, food safety procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Assist team members when needed to maintain efficient service during peak hours.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of previous restaurant serving experience required; 2+ years strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities and the confidence to manage several tables simultaneously.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional during busy periods.
• Experience using restaurant POS systems and processing payments.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant service standards and proper dining etiquette.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Reliable, punctual, responsible, and committed to working as part of a team.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Valid Smart Serve certification required.

What We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Have proven experience as a restaurant server and can confidently handle a busy dining room.
• Understand the importance of providing outstanding hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Are proactive, attentive, and able to anticipate guests' needs without constant supervision.
• Work well with others and contribute to a positive, respectful, and productive team environment.
• Are looking for a stable, long-term, full-time position.

Position Details

Position: Full-Time Restaurant Server

Location: Seau de Crabe – Barrhaven, Ottawa, ON

Experience: Minimum 1 year required; 2+ years preferred

Schedule: Full-time, including evenings and weekends

How to Apply

If you are an experienced server who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and enjoys working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume through Indeed, clearly outlining your previous restaurant serving experience.

Only candidates who meet the required serving experience qualifications will be considered.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person