server - food and beverage services

server - food and beverage services

Ottawa, Canada

Company
Fiesta and Tequila Restaurant
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Job Bank

Job Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Restaurant. Tasks: Must be of legal age to mix and serve alcoholic beverages. Address customers' complaints or concerns. Prepare and serve specialty food at customers' tables. Present bills to customers and accept payment in cash, credit or debit cards, travellers cheques or room billings. Describe menu items including daily specials for customers. Enforce provincial/territorial liquor legislation and regulations. Advise on menu selections. Balance cash and record sales. Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs. Describe and advise on wine selection. Greet patrons, present menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding food and beverages. Order and maintain inventory of wines and wine glassware. Perform sensory evaluation of wines. Serve food and beverages. Supervise other servers and bussing staff. Take orders and relay to kitchen and bar staff. Schedule staff. Train staff. Assist clients/guests with special needs. Provide customer service. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Smart Serve. Safe Food Handling certificate. Computer and technology knowledge: Point of sale system. Cuisine specialties: Mexican. Weight handling: Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs). Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Uniform. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime available.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in Canada

Q What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario in 2026?
As per the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the minimum wage for restaurant servers is $18.40 per hour as of October 1, 2026. This rate applies equally to tipped and non-tipped workers since the elimination of the lower liquor server rate in 2023. Overtime pay is 1.5 times the regular rate after 44 hours per week.
Q What is the hourly wage range for cooks in restaurants across Canada in 2026?
According to Employment and Social Development Canada Job Bank, cooks (NOC 63200) earn $15.50 to $28.00 per hour, with a median of $20.50 as of 2026. In major cities like Toronto and Vancouver, the median rises to $22.00 per hour. Entry-level positions start at the lower end after on-the-job training.
Q What work permit do international job seekers need for restaurant jobs in Canada?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program for restaurant jobs, needing a positive LMIA from ESDC at $1,000 CAD per position as of 2026. The permit application fee is $155 CAD with processing times of 8-22 weeks. Low-wage stream positions like servers qualify if no Canadians are available.
Q What education or experience is required for entry-level restaurant server jobs in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada Job Bank states no formal education is required for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200), with 75% of positions needing less than 1 month of on-the-job training. Customer service experience is common but not mandatory for entry-level roles. A high school diploma is listed as an asset in 40% of postings.
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