Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Seasonal Server (May–September) to join our team. The ideal candidate is warm, welcoming, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining precision and consistency in service. This role is primarily focused on lunch service, and applicants must have a minimum of four fixed days of availability per week.
You will play a key role in creating a positive and memorable guest experience through attentive service, strong menu knowledge, and a high standard of professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Greet guests promptly with a friendly and welcoming approach
- Take accurate food and beverage orders using POS systems
- Deliver food and beverages efficiently while maintaining presentation standards
- Provide attentive, detail-oriented service throughout the dining experience
- Upsell menu items to enhance guest satisfaction and overall experience
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of tables and service areas
- Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are followed
- Manage multiple tables effectively during busy lunch periods
- Handle payments and transactions accurately
- Communicate clearly with kitchen and team members to ensure smooth service
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment preferred
- Strong focus on guest experience and attention to detail
- Energetic, positive, and team-oriented personality
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced lunch service environment
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Availability for lunch shifts, minimum four fixed days per week, May through September (required)
What We’re Looking For
- A naturally welcoming personality that creates genuine guest connections
- Precision in service — details matter
- Reliability and consistency in scheduling and performance
- A team player who contributes to a positive work environment
Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Seasonal
Contract length: 5 months
The hourly wage rate for this position is $17.85. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.
What’s in it for you?
- Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
- The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
- Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
- Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
- A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
- We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!
Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact ukg.recruitment@compass-canada.com for further information.
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