server - food and beverage services
Company
Fiesta and Tequila Restaurant
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Job Bank
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Canada in 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage for restaurant servers in Canada is $18.75 per hour as of January 1 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Provincial rates apply in addition where higher such as $19.00 per hour in Ontario effective the same date.
What work permit documents are required for international applicants seeking restaurant jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved by March 2026 and proof of job offer from a restaurant employer. The permit fee is $155 with processing taking up to 14 weeks.
What education and experience are required to qualify for restaurant cook positions in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, restaurant cooks require a high school diploma plus 2 years of paid experience or completion of a 1-year culinary program recognized by the Canadian Culinary Federation. No formal certification is mandatory but Red Seal endorsement increases eligibility for interprovincial work.
What documents must be submitted when applying for restaurant jobs through the Government of Canada Job Bank in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must upload a resume, proof of SIN, and a valid work authorization document when applying via Job Bank with submissions accepted only through the official portal by December 31 2026. Cover letters are optional but recommended for roles requiring food safety training proof.
