Host

The Drake has been a part of the community and our guests lives since 2004.
Celebrating its 21st anniversary this year The Drake is a growing Canadian hospitality brand focused on lifestyle hotels food drink and special events. To this day were the destination for the curious.

At The Drake we celebrate emerging music and art serve food and drinks that reimagine the classics and inspire our team and guests to embrace fresh perspectives. Were more than a place to sleep eat drink; we believe culture and community matter and are committed to an exceptional hospitality experience delivered in our signature style; one that is genuine personal memorable and embraces the energy of discovery. We value honesty and spontaneity because thats the stuff of real connection and believe that hospitality is an act of care. The Drake Hotel (Toronto) Drake Devonshire Inn (Wellington Prince Edward County) and Drake Motor Inn (Wellington Prince Edward County) are each reflective of their respective neighbourhoods as inclusive hubs for unique and diverse experiences through art culture and hospitality with great seasonal menus a robust cocktail list carefully curated curiosities and genuine hospitality excellence for all.

Working with The Drake means that you will have the opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals in an inclusive entrepreneurial and team-oriented environment. As someone who is curious collaborative and a continuous learner youll have limitless opportunities to make an impact and to be recognized for it.

Were looking for a Seasonal Host to join the team. As a Host you will be responsible for working with the host team to maximize service revenues by accommodating guests reservations walk-ins in a strategic manner. As an ambassador of The Drake properties you are expected to greet all guests with enthusiasm be well informed in all aspects of our offerings and provide our guests a world class experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and checking them in through OpenTable reservation system
• Accommodate guests reservations walk-ins in a strategic manner
• Check in with guests and take additional orders or refill water as needed
• Perform additional side work as assigned

• 1 years HOST experience in a similar fast paced environment
• Professional outgoing positive attitude
• Well-spoken and excellent communication skills
• Experience using reservation systems OpenTable preferred
• Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask time manage
• Must have availability to work weekends

We pride ourselves in providing strong leadership and development opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals who are looking to build rewarding long-term careers. Drake offers a competitive compensation and benefits package employee discounts training development support and many other unique perks as a part of joining the Drake team.

The Drake is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to fostering a positive supportive and creative environment at Drake Hotel Properties that promotes equity inclusiveness and diversity. We welcome job applications from candidates of all backgrounds including but not limited to BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Colour); refugees newcomers and immigrant persons; two-spirit LGBT2Q and gender non-binary persons and persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you can access and complete the submissions process.