A winery restaurant in St. Catharines, Ontario needs waiters for its lunch and dinner service. The role is full-time, with casual shifts available during the busy season. The restaurant sits in the Niagara wine region and serves both visitors and locals, so the floor stays busy through the warmer months. Servers guide guests through the menu and the wine list and keep service smooth and friendly. The team works together to give each guest a relaxed, memorable visit.
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Pay starts around CAD 16 to CAD 20 per hour, plus tips, which matches the market average for servers in Ontario. The employer did not list a fixed wage, so this range gives a fair guide. Busy tasting seasons bring strong tips, which raise your weekly income. The role also offers a scenic setting and a chance to learn about local wines.
A typical day blends tasting guests, tour groups, and regular diners, so the service stays varied and active. You learn the menu and wine list, suggest pairings, and keep your section running smoothly. The restaurant plans staffing around the season, so shifts stay full during the busy months. Clear briefings before events keep the team ready.
St. Catharines is the heart of Ontario wine country, so the restaurant keeps a strong demand for hospitality staff. The role suits people who enjoy food, wine, and a scenic setting. Applicants who hold the right to work in Canada are welcome to apply. Servers who learn the wines can take on more responsibility.
Pay here pairs a fair hourly rate with tips, so knowledgeable, friendly service rewards you well. Servers who learn the wines and guide guests through pairings often earn larger cheques. The busy tasting season brings extra shifts and a real chance to build your skills.
Company Overview
The employer runs a popular winery restaurant known for fresh, local dishes and a strong wine list. The venue welcomes tasting guests, tour groups, and diners, so service stays varied and active. The team grows during peak season and keeps a warm, professional feel.
New staff train on the menu, the wines, and the pace of service. Managers run clear briefings before tasting events and group bookings. Servers who learn the wines can move into senior roles.
Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and seat them at clean, ready tables.
- Explain the menu and suggest food and wine pairings.
- Take orders carefully and relay them to the kitchen.
- Serve food and drinks to the right guests at the right time.
- Check on tables and refill drinks through the meal.
- Clear plates and reset tables between guests.
- Process payments and return accurate change.
- Support tasting events and group bookings.
- Keep the service area clean and well stocked.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Some restaurant experience is an asset, but the venue trains new staff.
- Clear English for guest service and teamwork.
- Good stamina for long, busy shifts on your feet.
- Right to work in Canada.
- A warm, polite manner with all guests.
- An interest in food and wine, or the will to learn.
- Reliable timekeeping and a team-first attitude.
- Available for weekends and the busy season.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive hourly pay plus strong seasonal tips.
- Training on the menu, wines, and service steps.
- Staff meals during shifts.
- Uniform provided.
- A scenic workplace in wine country.
- Extra shifts during tasting events and peak season.
- A friendly, professional team.
- A chance to grow into a senior server role.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV with a short cover note about your service background and your availability. Note any interest or experience with food and wine. Send your updated CV to the employer through the official job listing.
