Join the PeakFine Restaurant team at Sparkling Hill Resort!
We are looking for friendly, energetic and dependable people to join our team in the position of Host/Hostess.
No extensive restaurant experience? That is perfectly fine. We hire for personality first and are happy to train candidates who bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine interest in providing great service.
Come Grow With Us - or Simply Enjoy a Great Job
Whether you are looking for an enjoyable job with a focus on guest service or interested in beginning a career in hospitality, this is a great place to gain experience, meet people and develop skills that will serve you wherever you go.
At Sparkling Hill Resort, we believe that a true hospitality professional is defined by their personality. We can teach you fine-dining techniques, introduce you to local wines and even show you how to carry three plates at once. What we cannot teach is a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a desire to do well.
If you are ready to work hard, have some fun and be part of a dynamic team in a beautiful resort setting, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome guests and create a warm, positive first impression
- Seat guests efficiently and thoughtfully, helping maintain a smooth and courteous operation of the dining room
- Answer the telephone promptly and professionally
- Take accurate reservations and seek management approval when needed
- Learn our menus, restaurant operations and hotel facilities so you can confidently answer guest questions
- Handle guest questions, concerns and complaints in a friendly and positive manner
- Assist with clearing and resetting tables and polishing silverware as needed
- Record, enter and deliver room service orders accurately and according to guest specifications
- Communicate with servers, culinary team members and leaders to help each shift run smoothly
- Keep the host stand, dining room and work areas clean, organized and ready for service
- Step in where needed and contribute to a supportive, team-focused workplace
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring:
- A friendly personality and a genuine desire to help others.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Dependability and a strong work ethic.
- The ability to communicate clearly and work well as part of a team.
- A professional and respectful approach with guests and colleagues.
- High attention to detail and exceptional guest service skills
- The ability to stay composed and keep moving in a busy environment.
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays according to business needs.
- Previous experience in a similar caliber establishment is preferred but not required
- Knowledge of SilverWare POS system an asset
- Valid Serving-It-Right certificate (can be obtained prior to first shift).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Perks & Benefits:
- Tips
- Flexible schedule
- Discounted food and spa treatments
- Gift Shop discount
- Deeply discounted room rates available to team members
- Company events
- Monthly employee incentives
- Extended health benefits (dental care, vision care etc.) after 6 months for full-time employees (at least 30 hours weekly)
- Training and development opportunities
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vernon, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Staff Housing is potentially available in shared rooms for full-time employees working 40 hours per week. Please inquire during your interview if interested.
Work Location: In person
Qualified candidates may submit their applications online, incl. a detailed resume, to Mr. Bozidar Gujic, General Manager. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.