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 Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour effective January 1 2026 and tips cannot be used to meet this rate. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 44 hours in a work week.
What work permit is 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 before starting restaurant employment. The permit must specify the employer and occupation and is valid for up to two years initially.
What experience and education are required to qualify for line cook positions in Canadian restaurants?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, line cook applicants need a high school diploma plus at least one year of paid kitchen experience or completion of a 12-month culinary certificate program. No formal certification is mandatory but Red Seal endorsement increases hiring priority.
Which documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job through the Government of Canada Job Bank in 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must upload a resume, proof of SIN, and a valid work permit or Canadian citizenship document when applying via the Job Bank portal. A food handler certificate issued within the last three years is also required for most positions.
