Host/Hostess

HOST/HOSTESS

Reports To: Food & Beverage Operations Manager

BE PART OF OTTAWA’S TOP HOSPITALITY TEAM

Marriott Hotels elevates the art of hospitality, embracing innovation while maintaining the warmth of the familiar in every corner of the world. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you uphold our promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, genuine, and forward-thinking service—building upon a legacy that defines our name as the global standard for hospitality. We invite you to explore a career where you can be part of something truly exceptional.

Located just one block south of Parliament in the heart of Canada’s capital, Ottawa Marriott Hotel has long been a landmark of hospitality. With 489 well-appointed guestrooms, 36,000 square feet of dynamic event space, a 26th-floor Concierge Lounge, SPIN Kitchen & Bar, a Starbucks, and our iconic rooftop Summit venue, we are the tallest hotel in the city and the second-largest overall.

In January 2025, Ottawa Marriott embarked on a transformative, top-to-bottom renovation, reimagining our guestrooms, event spaces, restaurants, and public areas to continue our legacy of hospitality excellence for years to come.

Be where you can do your best work, Begin your purpose, Belong to an amazing global team, and Become the best version of you.

YOU’RE A GREAT FIT IF:

• Flourish in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Can see the big picture and act proactively with a solution-focused mindset.
• Are Caring
• Are a Storyteller
• Are Extraordinary
• Are Open Minded
• Demonstrate Wonderful Hospitality. Always!.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Greet and seat all guests entering the restaurant.
• Explain/ tour the buffet with all guests.
• Allocate seating of guest so as to balance the number of tables for each section.
• Responsible for the daily total guest count. Communicate all BEO’s to manager at beginning of each shift.
• Inspect equipment and linen supply in room to see that everything is in order.
• Check and assist in service to see if guests are satisfied.
• Report any difficulties, compliments or complaints to the Outlets Manager.
• Read, maintain and make entries in the daily log.
• Ensure cleanliness, maintenance and order of menus and wine lists.
• Ensure the appearance of the room is according to floor plan, with tables and chairs lined up.
• Check the cleanliness of carpets, furniture, windows, curtains and walls within the restaurant prior to the service commencement.
• Answer the telephone courteously and professionally.
• Thank all guests and encourage their return when leaving the restaurant.
• Provide guests with information about the hotel.
• Stock host/hostess station and server stations with pens, toothpicks, candies and other supplies.
• Help transition of shift change and resetting of tables for new meal period.
• Communicate with next shift any pertinent information, pass-ons.
• Follow all Marriott policies and procedures as outlined in hotel manual.
• If any of the scheduled Hosts are late or phone in sick, inform the Outlets Manager.
• Forward shift cover counts to Managers at end of shift.
• Communicate with kitchen and bar regarding number of reservations, large walk-ins, daily specials and out of stock items.
• Other reasonable duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary diploma or Hospitality/Management certificate.
• Previous experience as a host/hostess in a hotel restaurant or similar environment.
• Previous customer service experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be available to work variable shifts (days, evenings, weekends and holidays).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task.
• Bilingualism required (French & English).
• A team player with a genuine desire to please each guest.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Must be polite and well groomed with good telephone etiquette.

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and hotels.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skill sets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity, and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 75 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from Roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.07-$26.74 per hour

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• On-site gym
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• OTTAWA, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Have you been employed by InnVest Hotels before? If yes, when was that and at what location?
• What is your availability - What days and hours are you available?

Experience:

• Host/Hostess or similar restaurant: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English and French (preferred)

Work Location: In person