Oliver & Bonacini
Hospitality
ServerAssistant
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“Server Assistant at Oliver & Bonacini. Skills: Food running, Floor awareness. Inspect tables for mise en place. Inspect tables for cleanliness”
Industry & Context.
Work on feet extended periods, Lift 25-35 lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Smart Serve Certification, Ability to remain calm under pressure, Ability to take direction, Ability to maintain professional urgency, Able to work on feet, Able to lift 25-35 lbs, Legally eligible to work in Canada
Nice to Have
High level of product knowledge
What You'll Do.
Inspect tables for mise en place
Inspect tables for cleanliness
Inspect tables for completeness
Assist with food running
Ensure plates arrive to proper guest
Monitor cleanliness of section
Ensure materials and areas are clean
Ensure areas are free from clutter
Communicate with Servers and Hosts
Practice high level of floor awareness
Clear and clean as required
Pre-portion condiments
Stock fridges with milk
Stock fridges with cream
Stock fridges with butter
Monitor presentation standards
Follow food safety standards
Follow food safety systems
Communicate guest comments to Servers
Communicate guest information to Servers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with Servers; Communicate with Hosts
Communication Scope
Oral communication
Full Job Description
Canoe stands as one of the jewels of the Oliver & Bonacini family—a Canadian culinary icon perched high above the city with breathtaking views. Celebrated for dishes crafted from the finest local ingredients, Canoe offers a refined dining experience that embodies the pinnacle of Canadian cuisine. Joining us means becoming part of a storied legacy, serving guests with pride, passion, and unwavering attention to excellence, while contributing to moments that are both memorable and distinctly Canadian. What's in it for you? * Gratuities * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage * Discounted gym membership * Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support * 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests * Employee Referral Program * Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await! Under the direction of the Front of House Management Team, Server Assistants provide support to Servers by inspecting all tables for the proper mise en place, cleanliness and completeness. They practice a high level of floor awareness and have exceptional knowledge of all food and beverage items. Server Assistants help with food running as well as monitor food quality to ensure O&B presentation standards. The day to day: * Answer questions about food, beverages, wine and other restaurant functions and services when necessary * Assist with food running, ensuring that plates arrive to the proper guest (no auctioning off) * Monitor the cleanliness of section and ensure all materials and areas are clean and free from clutter * Communicate with Servers and Hosts to maximize seating * Practice a high level of floor awareness and clear/clean as required * Ensure that condiments are pre-portioned and the fridges are stocked with milk, cream, butter etc. * Monitor food quality and presentation standards * Follow all food safety standar
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