Server Assistants & Hostesses – Full-Time
Sassafraz Restaurant | Yorkville, Toronto
Sassafraz, one of Yorkville’s premier dining destinations, is currently seeking experienced and hospitality-driven Server Assistants and Hostesses to join our Front of House team on a full-time basis.
Set in the heart of Yorkville, Sassafraz delivers an exceptional dining experience in a historic and iconic setting. Our success is built on passionate people, genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and a strong team culture. We are looking for individuals who take pride in creating memorable guest experiences and want to grow within a professional restaurant environment.
What's in It for You
- A positive and professional work environment built on communication, respect, and teamwork
- The opportunity to learn and develop within an established fine-dining restaurant
- Career growth opportunities within the organization
- Full-time, stable employment
- Staff dining discounts
- Flexible scheduling
What We're Looking ForServer Assistants
The ideal candidate is energetic, professional, organized, and understands the importance of supporting the entire service team.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting servers throughout all stages of service
- Maintaining tables, dining rooms, and service stations to Sassafraz standards
- Assisting with food running and clearing
- Ensuring tables are properly set and maintained
- Providing attentive and professional guest service
- Working closely with servers, bartenders, hosts, and management to ensure seamless service
Hostesses
The ideal candidate is polished, welcoming, organized, and confident in managing a busy restaurant environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Greeting and welcoming guests upon arrival
- Managing reservations and guest seating
- Maintaining an organized and efficient seating plan
- Communicating effectively with management and the service team
- Managing guest inquiries in person and by telephone
- Creating a warm, professional, and memorable first impression for every guest
Experience You Bring
- A minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a refined, upscale, or high-volume food and beverage environment
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- A professional appearance and positive attitude
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- A genuine passion for hospitality and guest service
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Must be flexible and available to work full-time, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Smart Serve certification is required or must be obtained
Experience with OpenTable or other reservation systems is considered an asset for Hostess candidates.
Job Details
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.60–$22.00 per hour, based on experience and position
Benefits
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Supportive and professional team environment
Schedule
- 8-hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Evening shifts
- Night shifts
- Monday to Friday and Weekends
Licence/Certification:
- Smart Serve certification or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person – Yorkville, Toronto
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.60-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- host/hostess: 1 year (required)
- Restaurant: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
