For over 25 years, Mercatto is all about great food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together across five locations. Taverna Mercatto is located on Bremner Blvd near Scotiabank Arena and Rogers Centre, in the heart of the Sports and Entertainment District.

Taverna Mercatto is looking for a warm, welcoming Host to join our dining room team. If you're someone who knows how to make a great first impression, stay organized under pressure, and set the tone for unforgettable dining experiences, we'd love to meet you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Greet every guest with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality
- Manage reservations and walk-ins to optimize table flow and minimize wait times
- Coordinate with servers, management, and the kitchen to keep service running smoothly
- Answer phone calls and provide accurate information about the restaurant
- Keep the host stand and front entrance organized, clean, and guest-ready
- Support the team with opening/closing duties and during peak periods

WHO YOU ARE

- You have previous experience in a guest-facing role (hospitality experience is a bonus)
- You’re friendly, professional,



and confident interacting with all types of people
- You can multitask and stay calm in a busy, high-energy environment
- You’re comfortable with tech and learning reservation systems (OpenTable experience is a plus)
- You genuinely enjoy helping others and being part of a team

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

- Health Care Spending Account for all full time team members
- Dining discounts across all eight Alter Ego Group restaurants
- A culture that prioritizes growth, mentorship, and work/life balance
- Participation in our Tip Sharing Program

CHECK US OUT

Taverna Mercatto

120 Bremner Blvd.

@mercatto.to

Love people, pizza and pasta? You'll fit right in, apply today!

This posting is for an existing position vacancy.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Mercatto is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

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