host/hostess - food service

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Hotel, motel, resort.

Tasks:

• Liaise between chefs and customers.
• Address customers' complaints or concerns.
• Answer customers' questions regarding menu items and preparation methods.
• Assist clients/guests with special needs.
• Attend to seating arrangements for large groups.
• Greet customers.
• Perform opening and closing activities.
• Receive customers' reservations and assign tables.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Physically demanding.
• Walking.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Flexible hours.
• Night.
• Day.
• Weekend.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.

Other benefits:

• Other benefits.
• Parking available.

Support for youths:

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.