Restaurant Host

Join Our Restaurant Team – Host

Are you welcoming, energetic, and passionate about creating great first impressions? The Kingston Marriott Hotel is looking for a Host to be the first point of contact for our guests and help create a warm, inviting, and organized dining experience. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced hospitality environment and take pride in delivering excellent guest service, we’d love to have you on our team.

Who We Are

Easton’s Group of Hotels is one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, recognized for award-winning developments and a strong reputation built on service excellence, innovation, and growth. With properties across Ontario, we are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences while creating meaningful career opportunities for our associates.

Easton’s team believes that excellence is achievable only in an environment that embraces and promotes Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). Our company is challenging the way we work, think, and develop an inclusive workplace. Our commitment to ED&I allows us to achieve our vision and mission and ensure a more equitable future for all.

The Marriott Connection

As part of the Marriott brand, we proudly deliver world-class hospitality built on consistency, care, and global standards. Marriott offers exceptional training, career development, and opportunities to grow within one of the most respected hospitality brands in the world.

Why Join Us

• Competitive wages and gratuities (where applicable)
• Health and dental benefits, RRSP options, and wellness support
• Endless discounts with brands such as Apple, Shell, Ninja, Shark, Dyson, PC Optimum, home and car insurance, and many more
• Marriott travel discounts worldwide
• Career growth opportunities within Marriott’s global network
• A supportive, inclusive, and team-focused environment

Job Overview

Welcomes guests to the restaurant and provides fast and courteous service to ensure an enjoyable dining experience and encourage repeat business.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and courteously upon arrival.
• Seat guests while ensuring a balanced workload among servers.
• Maintain an accurate waitlist and notify guests when their table is ready.
• Assist with assigning server sections and communicating daily specials.
• Process take-out and room service orders when required.
• Handle cash transactions, including processing payments and balancing the cash drawer.
• Assist with clearing, cleaning, and setting tables as needed.
• Respond to guest requests quickly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain a professional appearance and follow all brand standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned while following all Company and Marriott Brand Standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
• 6 months of cash handling or food service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the restaurant for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting.
• Handling menus, trays, glassware, and food items.

Other

• Strong communication skills when interacting with guests and team members.
• Ability to read, write, and complete basic paperwork and cash reports.
• Basic math skills required for cash handling and transactions.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work Area: Restaurant and food and beverage outlet areas.

Health and Safety

• Follow all safe work procedures and use protective equipment as required.
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations.
• Report hazards, incidents, and injuries immediately to management.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.

Accessibility Commitment (AODA)

Easton’s Group of Hotels and the Kingston Marriott are committed to fostering an accessible and inclusive workplace in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunity for all individuals.

Inclusion Statement

At Easton’s, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We believe that inclusion strengthens our teams, drives innovation, and enables us to achieve our vision while creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.