Introducing the National Arts Centre
The National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada's bilingual, multi-disciplinary home for the performing arts. The NAC presents, creates, produces, and co-produces performing arts programming in various streams-the NAC Orchestra, Dance, English Theatre, French Theatre, Indigenous Theatre, and Popular Music and Variety-and nurtures the next generation of audiences and artists from across Canada. The NAC is located in the National Capital Region on the unceded territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation.

At the National Arts Centre, we believe the performing arts are vital to the human experience. A house of dreams for the Canadian performing arts, we work with artists and arts organizations from across this land to revitalize our sector.

Curious to learn more? Read our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, The Journey Ahead.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Accessibility
We are on a journey, committed to ensuring that equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-racism and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples will guide our actions.

The NAC welcomes applications from candidates who can help us meet our vision, and contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. When you join the NAC, you will be part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to employees' well-being, access, potential, and success. The NAC actively seeks candidates who identify as women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour (IBPoC), members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people with disabilities. We encourage you to self-identify in the recruitment process.

Job Number:

J0326-0380

Job Title:

HOSTESS/HOST, 1 ELGIN - SEASONAL

Employment Type:

Seasonal

Job Category:

Hospitality

Open Positions:

1

Posting Date:

March 18, 2026

Closing Date:

April 19, 2026

Salary:

$21.35 - $21.35/Hour

Language Requirement:

Bilingual

Working Hours:

As needed: afternoon, evening, holidays and weekends. Spring and Summer 2026.

Job Reports To:

Restaurant Manager

Key Activities

The Hostess/Host is accountable for greeting guests and assisting the supervisor in providing prompt, efficient and courteous service at all times. The Hostess/Host is responsible for taking reservations for 1 Elgin restaurant as well as daily preparation of the restaurant reservation list. This position requires a high degree of diplomacy given the liaising tasks associated with seating guests in sections associated with each member of the serving staff.

Skill Requirements

• Completed a high school diploma;

• One (1) year of experience in a similar fine dining position;

• Finely honed customer service skills;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to work well under pressure;

• Ability to work well in a team environment; and demonstrate solid relationship building skills;

• Ability to follow specific direction;

• Physical work will be required;

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis;

• Must be able to stand & exert well-paced mobility for up to 12 hours;

• Available to work an irregular schedule (afternoons, evenings and weekend shifts);

• Fluency in both official languages is required;

• A past record of satisfactory attendance and punctuality is a requirement.*

• Regular attendance at work is an expectation of employment and an essential part of every job.

Who Can Apply

Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

As part of NAC's interview process, in-person interviews may be required. Please ensure to have the most up-to-date information on your résumé including your current email address.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted by us.

Important Notice

The National Arts Centre (NAC) is committed to inclusive employee recruitment and selection. The NAC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please inform us as soon as possible and we will make every effort to fulfill your accommodation request.

The successful candidate will be required to provide the original or a true certified copy of their education credentials as appropriate, along with proof of a valid Criminal Background Check as a condition of employment.

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