SERVER - RESTAURANT

SERVER - RESTAURANT

Ottawa, Canada

Company
Andaz Ottawa
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Summary

The Restaurant Servers contributes to the successful execution of daily food and beverage service. Working closely with the F&B leadership, the role ensures the seamless delivery of Hyatt's service standards, enhancing the overall guest experience during restaurant operations.

Essential job functions:
• To be familiar with all food and beverage items on the restaurant menu.
• To prepare the restaurant for operation, including mise-en-place, setting and resetting tables, cleaning and other assigned tasks.
• To take food and beverage orders from guests, upselling wherever possible.
• To utilize the restaurant’s point-of-sales system as prescribed
• To ensure that all sales are properly recorded, following prescribed procedures for ordering, voiding or correcting items and other procedures mentioned in the cash handling policy.
• To serve food and beverages according to the Andaz and Hyatt serving standards established.
• To complete opening and closing duties as assigned which includes setting up of takeout stations, service stations and cutlery stations.
• To be flexible wherever possible in meeting special requests and allergies from guests for specific food and beverage preparation methods and ingredients.
• To follow presentation guidelines established by the food and Beverage Management.
• To maintain the assigned station / section in a clean and orderly manner at all times.
• To ensure that all company minimum brand standards are implemented, and that optional brand standards are implemented where appropriate.
• To work in a supportive and flexible manner with other employees and other departments
• To handle all guest and internal customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, following through to make sure problems are resolved satisfactorily.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager

Job Requirements
• Hours: Flexible and long shifts; scheduled days and times may vary based on need. Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, colleagues may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Minimum three years of previous serving experience.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; bend; walk; use hands or finger; or feel objects, tools or controls; lift boxes (up to 50 lbs); talk and hear. Medium work - Exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or 50 lbs of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
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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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