Part time Weekend Host

We are hiring 6 full-time and part-time Hosts to join our team at the Crest Hotel in Prince Rupert, BC, working mainly in the Waterfront Restaurant, Charley's Lounge, and the Crest Cafe.
We look for people with a high hospitality quotient, people who care deeply about making others feel welcome and supported. We will train the technical parts of the job. Qualities we value highly include: kindness and optimism, curiosity and a love of learning, a strong work ethic, empathy, self awareness, and integrity.
The Host is the first and last point of contact for guests at the Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge and supports daily service at the Crest Cafe. This includes greeting guests promptly, warmly, and professionally as well as managing guest arrivals, quoting accurate wait times, and maintaining a calm, organized entrance during busy periods, taking into account reservations.
The Host also supports cafe operations by preparing select beverages and food items, operating the point of sale system, maintaining cleanliness standards, and supporting inventory and ordering.
This position pays $19.50 to $20.28, and as a Host, you'll report to the Food & Beverage Manager, Head of Food & Beverage, and Head of Hospitality. We have both full-time and part-time positions available, but all Host positions require some flexibility around days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and shifts run from either 6:45 am to 3:15 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
Seat guests thoughtfully based on reservation details, table availability, server sections, and guest needs.
Provide clear farewells and parting communication that leaves a strong final impression. Reservations And Restaurant Flow
Use iPad and digital interfaces confidently for bookings, notes, table status, and guest preferences.
Coordinate pacing with managers, servers, and kitchen to avoid over-seating and protect service quality. Communicate clearly about large parties, special requests, timing constraints, and guest concerns.

CREST CAFE SERVICE AND PRODUCTION

Prepare cafe beverages and food offerings according to standards (training provided).
Heat food products safely and consistently (for example, warming and finishing prepared items).
Complete basic food preparation for cafe offerings within approved procedures and food safety standards.
Maintain general cleanliness of the cafe area, including counters, equipment touchpoints, and guest-facing surfaces.
Support inventory tasks for cafe items, including receiving, stocking, rotating product, and reporting low stock.
Reset and bus tables as needed to maintain pace and cleanliness.
Clean and sanitize menus and host stand surfaces per standards.
Maintain menu inventory, including tracking counts, removing damaged menus, and coordinating reprints or replacements as directed.
Support the team by running food when needed and assisting with service flow during peak periods.
Maintain a professional appearance and wear full uniform at all times (uniform details to be provided).
Follow service standards, cleanliness expectations, food safety practices, and safety procedures.
Comfortable using iPads, POS systems, and reservation or table management systems (OpenTable experience is an asset).
Ability to handle cash and process payments accurately.
Team-oriented attitude with willingness to support service needs, i including bussing and occasional food running.
Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Ability to lift and carry items needed for dining room setup, cafe stocking, and support tasks.
Staff meal included during host shifts (non-entree option such as appetizer, sandwich, or salad).

Competitive wage

CREST HOTEL IN PRINCE RUPERT

Embark on an exciting journey with us at The Crest Hotel in Prince Rupert, where your career in hospitality and tourism means becoming part of a family that cherishes community spirit and the breathtaking charm of British Columbia’s rugged coastal landscape.
Type Full-Time
Part-Time
Wage $19.50 - $20.28 per Hour
Start Date January 26, 2026