NBA Courtside Restaurant - Hiring Servers and Support Staff

NBA Courtside Restaurant - Hiring Servers and Support Staff


Company
NBA Courtside Restaurant
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
$36,608–$45,760 a month
Posted
19 days ago
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Job Description
NBA Courtside Restaurant is Hiring!

LOCATION: 15 QUEENS QUAY EAST (YONGE & QUEENS QUAY- the RESTAURANT IS LOCATED AT THE BASE OF THE CONDO TOWER)

LOOKING FOR FOH Positions - Servers, Support Staff and Hosts

About us

NBA Courtside Restaurant is a small business in TORONTO, ON. We are social, fun, fast-paced, and our goal is to be the best premium casual restaurant in the city serving creative fresh food with fantastic service..
Our work environment includes
β€’ Growth opportunities
β€’ On-the-job training
β€’ Flexible working hours
β€’ Lively atmosphere
β€’ Safe work environment

Welcome to your new career! This NBA branded restaurant will open in March of 2023 and is a new build located just minues from Scotia bank Arena on the south side of Queens Quay East. This will be the first NBA licensed restaurant of its kind in North America with high end interior finishes and will be built on a strong food program. β€œOur food is as global as our game”. Positioned as a Premium Casual restaurant with 250 indoor seats and 200 outdoor seats there will also be an integrated NBA retail shop selling unique NBA items. We have the North American rights to open more NBA Courtside Restaurants and plan to do so.
We are looking to fill the following positions:
β€’ Servers
β€’ Hosts
β€’ Support

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status we hire based on merit and business needs at the time.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Part-time hours: 25 per week

Pay: $17.60 per hour

Benefits
β€’ Discounted or free food
β€’ Flexible schedule
β€’ Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:
β€’ Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
β€’ serving: 1 year (preferred)
β€’ Bartending: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
β€’ Smart Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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