Hourly Server Assistant

What you will do:

Hourly Server Assistant - The Rec Room Roundhouse

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• 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3M9, Canada
• Part-time

Company Description

Life at Cineplex:

Cineplex is synonymous with entertainment. Known as Canada’s largest and most innovative film exhibitor, we’re so much more than movies – operating The Rec Room, Canada’s favourite destination for ‘Eats & Entertainment’ and Playdium, specially designed for teens and families.

At Cineplex, change and disruption are nothing new. Infusing innovation into everything we do has fueled our evolution as a fully-integrated, diversified and growing organization with exciting career opportunities in our locations and corporate functions. Grow with us and explore roles in operations, food services, hospitality, digital commerce (CineplexStore.com), digital (Cineplex Digital Media) and cinema media (Cineplex Media), consumer loyalty (SCENE), finance, human resources, technology, amusement solutions (Player One Amusement Group), and more.

Proudly recognized as having one of the country’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we rally behind our values of Teamwork, Innovation and Excellence. 

We are creative, curious and love thinking big. The next evolution of Cineplex starts here, with you. 

Learn more about our businesses through the links below.

Cineplex | Cineplex Digital Media | | Cineplex Media | Cineplex Store | Player One Amusement Group | Playdium | The Rec Room | SCENE   

Inclusion & Diversity 

Cineplex is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression,unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable. 

Job Description

Do you have a passion for new and exciting nationwide business ventures? Would you love to be part of a team that’s expanding from coast to coast in Canada? Do you want to play a crucial role in changing the landscape of entertainment in Canada? Now that I have your attention and have peaked your interest – let’s tell you a bit about this revolutionary new concept called The Rec Room. 

The concept features a wide range of entertainment options: a large attractions area featuring state of the art simulation games, redemption gaming for prizes, and a variety of recreational games including luxury bowling, billiards, shuffleboard and ping pong. There is an auditorium-style venue offering live entertainment – musical acts, bands and comedians – and also features a theatre-sized, high definition screen for catching the game or watching a wide range of other entertainment programming. The Rec Room offers an upscale casual dining environment, featuring an open kitchen and a contemporary menu offering everyone’s favourites, as well as an “eatertainment-style” concept in the games area. A large centre bar area with adjacent stage includes impressive digital displays and serves as the gathering spot for watching the big game or other major events. The Rec Room integrates a cutting-edge interactive technology platform that enhances all aspects of the entertainment experience.

Cineplex Entertainment, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, is currently recruiting for the position of Server Assistant – The Rec Room Roundhouse, reporting to the Service Manager. This position will be based at The Rec Room Roundhouse located at 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3M9.

The Server Assistant will primarily be responsible for delivering food and beverages to guests in multiple departments of the building, and clearing tables and the bar as soon as guests leave their seating in the restaurant or bar. The Server Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the food and beverages are being delivered at the correct temperature (hot is hot; cold is cold), presentable, and that nothing is missing from the plate, glass, platter, or the overall order. This will include bringing condiments to the table, utensils, and other items upon request.

The Server Assistant will be working closely with Dishwashers to make sure that there are always clean plates and flatware for each table in the dining room and bar. The Server Assistant will also ensure liquor supplies, glassware and ice supplies are filled to sustain service levels at the bar. When required, the Server Assistant will obtain and deliver supplies as required by the Bar staff and Managers. When required, he / she will be required to change kegs in the walk-in fridge or portable bars if applicable.

The Server Assistant must perform their duties in a friendly and professional manner at all times with a focus on providing an excellent guest experience to ensure that the guests have an enjoyable hospitality experience, in the dining room, bar, amusement floor, or Shed area.

Job Duties:

• Deliver prepared food to guests, ensuring the entire table’s food arrives at the same time.
• Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals have been prepared to the Rec Room standard and the Guest’s specification, and is delivered to the correct guest by table and seat number.
• Deliver food items with appropriate condiments when required.
• Return food and drink items if a change or correction is required, and return the newly prepared item to the guest after the necessary changes have been made.
• Fill water glasses and refillable drinks – demonstrate a behaviour mindset of “hospitality”.
• Collaborate with wait staff to ensure that tables are cleared, cleaned and waiting for the next party.
• Remove trays and stack dishes for return to the kitchen or bar after guests are finished.
• Assist with and maintain the cleanliness of the restaurant and bar areas, maintain clean appearances.
• Stock service stations with items such as ice, napkins, or straws.
• Wash glassware and utensils from the bar area in the bar specified dishwasher after each use.
• Provide assistance to the wait staff, bar staff and kitchen staff as needed.
• Maintain liquor and bar supplies during shift.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Handle and move objects such as glasses and bottles.
• Change Kegs in the walk-in Bar fridge.
• Prepare bar beverage garnishes to recipe / as instructed.
• Assist in washing dishes if the kitchen staff gets behind during the busier times of the day.
• Arrange tables for large parties and prepare the banquet hall for scheduled gatherings.
• Ensure guest service is paramount during work hours.
• Keep an eye on tables and alert servers if guests need drink refills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or GED, or currently in progress. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• 1-3 years of experience as a Server Assistant, Runner, Barback or Busser, or in a similar capacity considered an asset.
• Strong guest service skills.
• High flexibility and adaptability skills.
• Ability to work in a high paced environment and to complete multiple tasks at one time.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Interacts with employees, management and the public at large.
• Required to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Extended hours as required.

Additional information

Interested applicants, please apply today.

While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of Cineplex Entertainment’s standard recruitment process, suitable candidate(s) will be required to undergo pre-employment screening as a condition of employment or promotion.

No Agency Calls Please

Inclusion & Diversity

Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression,unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable. 

Accessibility

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [email protected].

Use of AI

We use AI-assisted tools to help us review applications and support parts of the recruitment process. However, every application is reviewed by our HR team, and all hiring decisions are made by our people, not by AI.

This is a new position and is being actively recruited for.

While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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