Head Host (Full-Time)
Lee Restaurant – Toronto (Spadina & Richmond)

For over 25 years, Lee Restaurant has been recognized as one of Toronto’s premier dining destinations, led by internationally acclaimed Chef Susur Lee. This is an opportunity to build your career within a respected, high-performance hospitality environment.

We are currently seeking a full-time Head Host—a mature, professional, and experienced individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and understands the importance of first impressions.

What We Offer

- Health benefits plan
- Daily staff meals
- Consistent tip earnings
- Hosts typically earn $300–$500 per week in gratuities
- Guaranteed full-time hours
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate other commitments

About the Role
As a Host at Lee, you are the first point of contact for our guests and play a key role in shaping their overall experience. You will manage reservations, coordinate seating, and ensure smooth communication between guests and the service team in a high-volume environment (200–400 guests nightly).

What We’re Looking For

- Previous hosting experience in a qualified, high-volume restaurant is an asset
- Expertise with OpenTable or similar reservation systems
- Ability to remain composed and organized in a fast-paced setting
- Strong communication and guest service skills
- Leadership qualities and a proactive approach




- A genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience

Why Join Lee?
Lee Restaurant offers a supportive, team-oriented environment with consistent volume, stability, and opportunities for growth. This is an excellent role for individuals looking to build a long-term career in hospitality.

Additional Details

- Location: Spadina & Richmond, Toronto
- Please consider your proximity before applying
- Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada
- Lee Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request
- We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants

If you’re polished, organized, and passionate about hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M5V 1Y3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Can you provide references at your interview who can attest to your experience and skills?
- Does your resume show actual restaurant hosting experience?
- Do you have significant and extensive expeience wortking with OpenTable?

Experience:

- Hosting: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Lee Restaurant by Celebrity Chef Susur Lee
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