Restaurant jobs in Kitchener, ON

*Job Summary* We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Server to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional guest services in a fast-paced restaurant environment. As a Server, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our guests have a memorable dining experience by delivering high-quality service, taking orders accurately, and assisting with food preparation when necessary. *Duties* - Greet and seat guests in a friendly and welcoming manner. - Present menus and provide detailed information about menu items, including specials and recommendations. - Take customer orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all dietary restrictions are noted. - Serve food and beverages promptly while maintaining a clean and organized service area. - Upsell menu items to enhance the dining experience and increase sales. - Handle cash transactions and process payments through the cashiering system. - Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the dining area, kitchen, and service stations. - Assist with food preparation as needed, ensuring all food handling guidelines are followed. - Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders and address any guest concerns promptly. *Skills* - Basic math skills for handling cash transactions and processing payments. - Previous experience in the food industry is preferred but not required. - Knowledge of food handling practices to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations. - Strong upselling skills to enhance guest satisfaction and drive sales. - Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with health standards. - Familiarity with kitchen operations is a plus. - Excellent guest services skills to create a welcoming atmosphere for patrons. - Experience with cashiering systems is beneficial but not mandatory. Join our team as a Server where your passion for hospitality will shine! We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant work environment where every day brings new opportunities to delight our guests!

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. The Blackshop Recruiting Team is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier-free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact us at 519-621-4180 or at Kevin@blackshop.ca We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Experience:

• serving: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (required)
• ProServe (required)

Work Location: In person