- Location
- 737 Dunsmuir Street (View map)Vancouver, BCCanada
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $18.25–25.25/hour
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Holt Renfrew
Founded in Quebec City in 1837, Holt Renfrew is one of Canada’s leading luxury retailers, bringing together distinguished international fashion, accessories and beauty brands. Its heritage combines an enduring appreciation of craftsmanship with a contemporary approach to retail and personalised service. As an employer, Holt Renfrew offers career paths across client-facing roles, personal shopping, merchandising, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its retail environment calls for product expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to cultivate lasting client relationships. For professionals drawn to luxury, it provides a setting where Canadian retail heritage meets the evolving expectations of a discerning, internationally minded clientele.
The Café Host at Holt Renfrew welcomes clients, manages reservations and seating, and partners with the service team to deliver the café’s service standards. The position is full-time, with a starting pay range of CAD 18.25–25.25 per hour; final compensation may vary based on skills, qualifications, performance and local market conditions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet clients graciously by phone or in person.
- Escort clients to the waiting area when a table is not immediately available.
- Seat clients at appropriate tables and provide menus.
- Advise clients about daily specials when appropriate.
- Receive coats and purchases for the coat check.
- Introduce clients to their server.
- Manage table assignments in accordance with seating guidelines.
- Observe standard table-turnover times.
- Partner with servers to ensure tables are cleared and reset for clients.
- Ensure the café front desk is appropriately stocked.
- Partner with the service team to deliver the nine steps of “Serving the Holt Renfrew Way.”
Qualifications
- High school diploma.
- 2–3 years of previous hosting experience in a restaurant environment.
- Fluency in French and English.
Experience
2–3 years of previous hosting experience in a restaurant environment.
Education
High school diploma.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 18.25 to CAD 25.25 per hour.
Benefits
Employee discount, pension, health and dental benefits, tuition assistance, continuous learning and development, pension matching, incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Culture
Holt Renfrew’s workplace culture blends its Canadian luxury retail heritage with a strong focus on personalized service, fashion expertise and lasting client relationships. Across its stores and corporate teams, collaboration, attention to detail and a shared passion for exceptional brands shape a client-focused working environment.
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