Waiter/Waitress required in Canada

Asahiya Japanese Restaurant is hiring a Waiter/Waitress for a permanent, full-time position in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. The position offers $22.00 per hour for 40 hours per week, with 1 vacancy available and an immediate start. No previous experience is required, as the employer is willing to provide training.

The employer is seeking a friendly and customer-focused individual who can greet guests, take and serve food and beverage orders, explain menu items, handle customer payments, and provide attentive service throughout the dining experience. The position is based entirely on site at the restaurant.

Job Overview

Feature	Details
Employer	Asahiya Japanese Restaurant
Job Title	Waiter/Waitress
Location	Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Work Location	On site
Salary	$22.00 per hour
Hours	40 hours per week
Employment Type	Permanent, Full-time
Schedule	Full-time work schedule
Experience	No experience required; training will be provided
Education	Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Language	English
Vacancies	1 Vacancy
Industry	Food and Beverage / Restaurant
Position Type	Waiter/Waitress – NOC 65200

Key Responsibilities

As a Waiter/Waitress, your main duties will include:

• Greet patrons and present menus in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Answer customers’ questions about food and beverages.
• Describe menu items, including daily specials.
• Make recommendations and assist customers with menu selections.
• Take food and beverage orders from customers.
• Relay orders accurately to kitchen and bar staff.
• Prepare and serve specialty food at customers’ tables.
• Serve food and beverages efficiently and professionally.
• Present bills to customers and process payments.
• Accept payments by cash, credit or debit cards, travellers cheques or room billings.
• Address customers’ complaints, concerns and service requests.
• Assist clients and guests with special needs when required.
• Provide friendly and attentive customer service throughout the dining experience.
• Maintain professional communication with customers and restaurant staff.

Shift Requirements

This is a permanent, full-time position based at the physical restaurant location in Whitehorse, Yukon.

The successful candidate will work approximately 40 hours per week and must be prepared to work on site. There is no remote-work option for this position.

The employer is willing to train candidates with no previous experience, making this opportunity suitable for applicants who are starting their careers in the food service industry.

The employer also promotes equal employment opportunities and provides on-the-job training, mentorship, coaching and networking opportunities for youth.

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Qualifications

The following qualifications, education, experience and skills are needed to qualify for the job:

Education

Candidates must have a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Experience

No previous experience is required. The employer is willing to provide training to suitable candidates.

Language

Candidates must have a working ability in English to communicate with customers, take orders, answer questions and coordinate with kitchen and restaurant staff.

Skills

Successful candidates should have:

• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to take and relay food and beverage orders accurately.
• Ability to describe menu items and provide recommendations.
• Ability to handle customer payments.
• Professional and friendly approach when dealing with guests.
• Ability to respond appropriately to customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to work effectively in a restaurant environment.
• Willingness to learn restaurant procedures and service standards.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliable and responsible approach to assigned duties.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

The position requires working on site at the restaurant in Whitehorse, Yukon.

The successful candidate will spend the working day interacting with customers, taking orders, serving food and beverages, carrying bills and processing payments. The role requires employees to work efficiently in a busy restaurant environment while maintaining professional customer service.

Candidates should be comfortable working directly with guests and coordinating with kitchen and bar staff to ensure orders are served accurately and efficiently.

Benefits Offered by the Employer

The job advertisement does not specify a separate benefits package. However, the position offers:

• Permanent employment.
• Full-time work.
• $22.00 hourly wage.
• 40 hours of work per week.
• Training for candidates with no previous experience.
• On-the-job training opportunities for youth.
• Mentorship, coaching and networking opportunities for youth.
• Opportunity to gain experience in the restaurant and food service industry.
• Opportunity to develop customer service and hospitality skills.
• Work experience in Whitehorse, Yukon.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the Waiter/Waitress position at Asahiya Japanese Restaurant through the Job Bank listing or by email.

Email: asahiyayukon@gmail.com

The position is advertised until October 24, 2026.