National Arts Centre

HOSTESS/HOST, 1 ELGIN - SEASONAL

📍 Location
Ottawa, Ontario
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
March 17, 2026
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Job Description

Key Activities

The Hostess/Host is accountable for greeting guests and assisting the supervisor in providing prompt, efficient and courteous service at all times. The Hostess/Host is responsible for taking reservations for 1 Elgin restaurant as well as daily preparation of the restaurant reservation list. This position requires a high degree of diplomacy given the liaising tasks associated with seating guests in sections associated with each member of the serving staff.

Skill Requirements

• Completed a high school diploma;
• One (1) year of experience in a similar fine dining position;
• Finely honed customer service skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well under pressure;
• Ability to work well in a team environment; and demonstrate solid relationship building skills;
• Ability to follow specific direction;
• Physical work will be required;
• Must be able to li...

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