Drift - Server

About Freehand Hospitality

Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.

Owning a strong connection to time and place, Drift pays homage to this region’s land, people and history. Celebrating our natural abundance, Drift’s culinary vision is to showcase the East Coast’s most beloved ingredients stemming from a vibrant community of artisans, producers, farmers and fishers. Chef Anthony Walsh has crafted menus featuring eclectic interpretations of familiar Maritime fare. Whether you’re sampling an incredible variety of raw bar delicacies or tucking into a piping hot Seafood Hodge Podge, Drift’s dishes aim to deliver equal parts comfort and surprise.

Job Description

Under the direction of the General Manager, we are looking for a Server at Drift who will be accountable for maintaining strong knowledge about all food and beverage offerings in the restaurant. By adhering to the steps of service they answer questions, provide recommendations and create a positive guest experience. Servers maintain a clean section and monitor food quality to ensure all items are held to Freehand presentation standards. Through knowledge, accuracy and efficiency our servers provide the upmost satisfaction to our guests.

What you will be doing:

• welcoming each guest warmly and with enthusiasm, always creating an exceptional first impression;
• enthusiastically inform guests about our offerings and share your menu knowledge to make the best recommendations;
• accurately and precisely entering information into the POS system ensuring communications are clear for the BOH team;
• responding promptly and courteously to any guest request or concerns;
• going above and beyond for special requests or celebrations and taking food preferences and guest allergies or dietary restrictions seriously;
• keenly following all food safety standards and systems;

The person we are looking for has:

• At least 2 years serving experience in a similar environment.
• Smart Serve Certification
• The ability to maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum, staying calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent observation skills & high attention to detail, offering a helping hand to all guests whenever needed, before they even need to ask.

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance
• 50% dining discount at Freehand locations
• RRSP Matching
  

A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.