- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $16.60–25.25/hour
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Nov 11, 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 Host welcomes and seats clients at Holt Renfrew’s café, coordinates table assignments and turnover, supports service standards, and maintains reception supplies and compliance. The role requires a high school diploma, 2–3 years of restaurant hosting experience, and fluency in French and English; the hiring range is CAD 16.60–25.25 per hour, with final compensation varying by qualifications and local market conditions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet clients courteously by phone and in person.
- Escort clients to the waiting area when a table is not immediately available.
- Lead clients to their tables and present menus.
- Inform clients of daily specials, where applicable.
- Take clients’ coats and/or purchases for safekeeping in the cloakroom.
- Introduce the server to clients.
- Oversee table assignments in accordance with the applicable guidelines.
- Observe table-turnover time standards.
- Work with servers to ensure tables are cleared and ready for clients.
- Ensure the café reception desk is adequately stocked with supplies.
- Collaborate with the service team to uphold the nine performance standards of “Holt Café-style service.”
- Comply with all health and safety policies and requirements.
- Ensure compliance with privacy requirements, regulations, and cybersecurity measures.
Qualifications
- High school diploma.
- 2–3 years of prior experience as a restaurant host.
- Fluent in both French and English.
Experience
2–3 years of prior experience as a restaurant host.
Education
High school diploma.
Workplace
The role is situated in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 16.60 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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