Host and Support Server (seasonal)

We’re looking for our next Hosts and Support Servers to join us for the Winter Village season!

On November 13th, the Distillery Historic District will turn on the lights in the Winter Village, and the Distillery District will welcome over a million visitors in the following seven weeks! With this influx of foot traffic come hungry customers to our restaurants, and our teams need to grow to serve the masses. If you love the hustle and bustle of the holidays, this is an ideal time to join us!

The Distillery Restaurants Corp., creators of Cluny Bistro, El Catrin, Pure Spirits Oyster House & Grill, Madrina Bar y Tapas, and Distillery Events are seeking warm and energetic people to serve up great food and a cup of good cheer during our busiest time of the year! Our Hosts and Support Servers will ensure that every customer feels welcome and experiences a smooth service throughout their visit.

Please note: You must already have legal permission to work in Canada to be considered for this role. These roles end in January 2026 with the end of the Winter Village.

The Distillery Restaurant Corp. offers:

• $17.60 per hour, plus tips
• In-house dining perks
• A dynamic culture that encourages and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit
• Bold and lively work environments
• The chance to work alongside the best team in the city

What you will be doing as a Host:

• Manage the flow of guests to maximize seating capacity.
• Accurately take reservations and modify the status of guests in OpenTable.
• Escort guests to their table, engage them in conversation and seat them accordingly.
• Ensure that the front entrance, host stand and surrounding areas are fully stocked and free from clutter and debris.

What you will be doing as a Support:

• Assist with food running, ensure that plates arrive at the proper guest.
• Answer questions about food, beverages, wine and other restaurant functions and services when necessary.
• Inspect all tables for proper mise en place, cleanliness and completeness.
• Practice a high level of floor awareness and clear/clean as required.

What we would like you to bring to the restaurant:

• EXPERIENCE. Minimum one (1) year experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment is preferred but not required as training will be provided.
• POSITIVITY! You're a bubbly person who enjoys connecting with others.
• TEAM SPIRIT. You enjoy working with others toward a common goal, taking the lead or providing support for the good of the team.

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and welcome candidates with disabilities to apply for job opportunities with us. Please note that accommodations throughout each stage of the DRC’s recruitment process are available upon request.

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process where candidates are respected, supported and valued. The DRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please note that accommodations during every part of the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.

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