Host.

Welcome to United Bakers - A Toronto Tradition Since 1+12

Having been in business for over 100 years, we have a strong and inclusive culture, focused on personable hospitality and making our guests and staff 'feel at home'.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work with us as a bakery counter team member.

ROLE: As a host, you have one of the most important roles in our organization as you are the first point of contact with guests and set the tone for their experience! Your role is to greet every guest and ensure that they feel welcomed, coordinate with other floor member staff to seat guests at the appropriate table and maximize the use of available seating. We expect you to be friendly, warm, and safety-oriented, and, most importantly, to be yourself!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Greet guests warmly and authentically as they enter the restaurant

Track which tables are available and provide an accurate estimate to guests as to when they will likely be seated.

Reconfigure seating as needed to create a comfortable and accommodating guest experience

Once guests sit down, bring them menus, waters, and make sure there is cutlery on the table

During the meal, refill coffee, tea and waters

Alert servers if there are any issues and be responsive to guest needs

Extend a genuine “thank you” when they are leaving and help them with the door if needed

Ensure that the dining room and guest areas are clean, well-kept, and in good appearance

Maintain a sanitary, tidy, and safe front area

Perform basic cleaning duties around the restaurant

Ensure that all guest areas are in good repair and report any maintenance issues to the maintenance administrator and dining room manager

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to stand for a majority of a shift 6-10 hours

Must be able to lift 20 lbs

Must be able to move quickly and adapt to a fast-paced workplace

Must be able to communicate effectively in English

Must be respectful and inclusive of various cultures

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Someone who thrives in a team environment

Someone who enjoys a fast-paced workplace

Someone who can prioritize tasks and has an eye for detail

Someone who is dependable and communicative

Someone who actively seeks feedback and is looking to grow

Are you that person? If so, please fill out the application, we'd love to meet you and learn more about how we can help you realize your potential as a hospitality professional!

Expected start date: As soon as possible!