Server/Waiter

About us

Since 1996 and quickly became the go-to best dessert place for date night, late night and a favourite cafe choice for nearby locals, university students, and families. But our customers wanted more. So, we kept our guest-focussed full service and unique restaurant decor, and then expanded the menu to include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night meals.

Candidates may applythrough indeed, over the phone +1(519) 749-4616, or visit us at our location directlyat Symposium Cafe Restaurant & Lounge (668 Erb Street W, Waterloo, ON, N2T 2K7)

Server/Waiter

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time

Salary: $16.55 per hour + Tips

LMIA/Sponsorship Available: We can offer OINP and LMIA to eligible candidates.

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Restaurant Servers

The position of Symposium Café Restaurant & Lounge Server requires an individual who has the necessary skills to provide superior customer service- for which Symposium is known- to enhance the Symposium guest experience. Each server will work in close collaboration with colleagues and follow established and proven service guidelines as well as follow established health and safety standards to ensure a memorable guest experience.

SERVER RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare restaurant tables as per specific set up and sanitation guidelines

· Ensure customers are welcomed upon entrance to restaurant

· Guide guests through menu items, and provide information, selections, and suggestions for a complete food and beverage guest experience

· Highlight restaurant specials and promotional items that provide a full representation of the offerings available for all dining times: breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night, happy hour, early bird etc.

· Collaborate and coordinate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff

· Address complaints or guest issues positively and expediently

· Respond quickly and effectively to guest needs including providing bills and processing payment promptly

· Promote dedication from customers through full knowledge of menu, features, special menus etc.

· Hosting and seating guests with appropriate menus, documenting guest information on host charts.

· Basic food, coffee and / or dessert preparation and food portioning when required

SERVER REQUIREMENTS

· Proven restaurant serving or waiting experience

· “Guest First” Approach i.e. patience and understanding of guest needs

· Effective and Efficient problem solving and decision making skills

· Hands on experience in cashier duties and making change

· Excellent oral communication and people skills

· Ability to describe menu items with confidence and knowledge and sell the product

· Responsible, Trustworthy, Strong Work Ethic

· Attention to cleanliness and safety and adherence to specified standards

· Ability to follow specific instructions and adapt to new service standards/methods

· Team player, ability to collaborate with all staff to provide superior guest experience

· Team player, able to work well with others in an often-hectic environment

· Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to follow all sanitation procedures; Health and Safety Certification an asset.

· A valid government issued Food Handler’s Certificate an asset

· Must possess a valid Ontario issued; Smart Serve Certificate

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $16.55 per hour

Expected hours: 3 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Experience:

• serving: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In person