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Application Information:

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by May 15th, 2026

Summer 2026 employment - June 2026 start date with training end of May

Summary of Position The F&B; Staff delivers outstanding hospitality to all of our guests, showcasing their passion for hospitality, food, and wine together. Building a thorough knowledge of our menu and products, the F&B; Staff ensure our guests feel welcome, informed, and leave with expectations exceeded. Personality, confidence, patience and an ability to think quickly whilst managing many tasks simultaneously.

The F&B; Staff has a dynamic opportunity to work in our restaurant operations and our event programming (at the discretion of the management team).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

- Be on the floor in full uniform and ready to go for scheduled start time.
- Warmly welcome guests upon entrance and thank guests upon departure.
- Act as the point of reference for guests who need assistance or information, cater to guests who may require extra attention (e.g. children, elderly).
- Understand guest’s needs and provide personalized solutions by suggesting activities and facilities provided by Lightfoot & Wolfville.
- Respond to complaints by finding the appropriate manager or supervisor for a solution.
- Meet with the team to review daily specials, changes to the menu or general operation updates.
- Refer to info sheet for general operations and BEO’s for event specific details. Understand all details listed on these documents and be prepared to answer questions from guests.
- Develop comprehensive understanding of Lightfoot & Wolfville culinary offerings, whether that be the restaurant or events menus, and be able to provide guests with brief explanations of each menu item.
- Present menu by providing detailed information and recommendations (e.g. about portions,



ingredients or potential food allergies) while upselling when appropriate.
- Prepare tables by sanitizing at the beginning of each shift, throughout service and setting as required.
- Take accurate food and drinks orders, using the POS according to proper table and seat numbers. Rely any dietary restrictions or allergies to the culinary team.
- Make educated wine pairing suggestions for guests’ food orders.
- Serve food and drink orders according to table and seat number.
- Ensure work spaces and dining areas are kept clean, safe and organized.
- Deliver checks and collect bill payments.
- Clear dirty dishes from tables using industry standard methods (to be reviewed in training).
- Ensure guests always have a full beverage, including water, while adhering to safe service practices. Provide wine bottle service at the table.
- Refer to the info sheet or BEO for details of set up or tear down required for that day outside of the normal daily duties.
- Check guests’ IDs to ensure they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- Help facilitate a safe setting by alerting management to any safety concerns you may have.
- Communicate/collaborate with team members across all departments to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Monitor guests for intoxication and communicate with other team members and management which guests need to be monitored closely.




- Comply with and follow all Lightfoot & Wolfville health and safety policies and procedures.
- Follow and comply with any applicable government mandated policies. (e.g Serve Right Server Certification)
- Contribute to an overall pleasant guest experience to increase the Lightfoot & Wolfville reputation and ensure sustainable growth.
- Act as advocate for the Nova Scotia wine industry and answer questions about local tourism points of attraction.
- Develop comprehensive understanding of Lightfoot & Wolfville wine portfolio, business pillars and philosophies, and outstanding hospitality standards.
- Develop comprehensive understanding of Lightfoot & Wolfville culinary offerings, whether that be the restaurant or events menus, and be able to provide guests with brief explanations of each menu item.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

- Food Safety Certification desirable
- Must be 19 years or older
- 2 years or more of food & beverage service experience required
- Serve Right Server certification required

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Hands-on experience with cash register and point of sales system (e.g. Clover)
- Basic math skills
- Attentiveness and patience for customers
- Excellent presentation skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work long hours while standing
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Team spirit
- Flexibility to work in shifts and ability to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays

Job Type: Seasonal

Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $16.75 per hour

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking

Experience:
- Serving: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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📌 General F&B Staff (Wolfville)
🏢 Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
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