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Cineplex

Operates cinemas, entertainment venues, media

Hourly Restaurant Host and Server Assistant

Part-TimePosted on 10/15/2026Deadline 10/26/26
No salary listed
Junior
Certification
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required, and applicants must be at least 18 years old.
  • One year of restaurant service experience is required.
  • Strong customer service and troubleshooting skills are required.
  • Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection-handling skills are required.
  • Flexibility and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse working environment are required.
  • The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is required.
  • The ability to work well under pressure is required.
  • Strong attention to detail is required.
  • The ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times is required.
  • Computer literacy, including effective working skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email, is required.
  • A professional appearance and manners are required.
  • A strong work ethic and positive team attitude are required.
  • Manual dexterity is required to use a desktop computer and peripherals.
  • The role may require overtime and lifting or moving up to 20 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Receive and record guests' reservations and assign tables.
  • Greet guests at the entrance of the dining room, restaurant, or lounge and escort them to tables or other seating areas.
  • Maintain familiarity with the composition of all menu items.
  • Enroll guests in the membership program as required.
  • Speak with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, and attend to complaints.
  • Inform Rec Room leadership about necessary dining room supplies and equipment.
  • Inspect dining and serving areas and equipment.
  • Support and coordinate the activities of food and beverage servers and other serving staff.
  • Accept payment from guests for food, beverages, and games as required.
  • Clean designated areas in accordance with downtime procedures, morning and evening routines, and hygiene requirements.
  • Change table linen as required and ensure dirty or damaged linen is counted and exchanged for clean, usable items.
  • Practice good customer relations and assist guests in ways that do not adversely affect other customers.
  • Attend to customer complaints satisfactorily.
  • Report suspicious packages or parcels to management without delay.
  • Participate in fire or evacuation drills and become familiar with all exits, including those normally used by customers and fire escapes.
  • Carry out on-the-job training to ensure subordinate staff can perform their duties effectively.
  • Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and dress, and ensure subordinate staff maintain those standards.
  • Attend meetings and training courses as required.
  • Contribute to creating an environment in which guests can “Tell Better Stories.”
  • Welcome all guests with a warm, friendly greeting.
Desired Qualifications
  • A certificate or diploma in a related field is preferred.

About the company

Cineplex is a Canadian entertainment and media company that runs theatres and location-based venues, plus digital commerce, food service, and cinema media. Its products include movie tickets and concession experiences, online film sales and rentals through CineplexStore, and integrated attractions at venues like The Rec Room and Playdium, with advertising and digital media across its brands. It differentiates itself by offering a single, broad entertainment ecosystem that combines exhibition, venues, digital content, advertising, and loyalty programs under one umbrella. Its goal is to be the leading provider of film entertainment and related experiences in Canada by expanding its theatre network, growing its digital and venue offerings, and deepening fan engagement through its ecosystem.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

1920

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue hit a record $383.7 million, with adjusted EBITDAaL up 20.4%.
  • Q1 2026 attendance rose 17.3% to 9.8 million, Cineplex’s strongest first quarter since 2019.
  • CDM sale closed November 7, 2025, adding about $70 million for debt reduction and buybacks.

What critics are saying

  • Competition Tribunal upheld a $39.2 million online booking-fee penalty; Supreme Court leave remains unresolved.
  • Fixed interest charges run about $60 million annually, pressuring free cash flow.
  • Movie attendance remains cyclical; one weak release slate quickly compresses theatre margins and leverage.

What makes Cineplex unique

  • Canada’s largest cinema circuit, plus Scene+ loyalty and premium IMAX, VIP, D-BOX formats.
  • Cineplex owns adjacent businesses: The Rec Room, Playdium, Cineplex Media, and Cineplex Pictures.
  • Its location-based entertainment footprint spans 17 venues, including Playdium Vaughan opened June 17, 2026.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Yahoo Finance
May 11th, 2026
Cineplex cuts Q1 loss 36% to $16.3M as theatre attendance rises 17%

Cineplex reduced its first quarter loss by 36% to C$22.4 million as theatre attendance rose 17% to 9.84 million patrons. Total revenues increased 15.6% to C$291 million, whilst box office revenues climbed 25% to C$127.4 million. International titles delivered 13% of ticket receipts, with CEO Ellis Jacob highlighting Dhurandhar: The Revenge as the highest-grossing Hindi language film in North American history. Cineplex generated over 30% of its domestic box office from that release. Jacob expressed confidence in Hollywood studios' commitment to a 45-day theatrical window following CinemaCon, citing promises from Paramount-Skydance's David Ellison and NBCUniversal's Donna Langley. Netflix has also committed to a 49-day exclusive window for its upcoming Narnia film in 2027.

Benzinga
Mar 19th, 2026
Cineplex extends $100M bank credit agreement to 2028 or 2029

Cineplex has extended its bank credit agreement, pushing the maturity date from March 2027 to either September 2028 or March 2029, depending on whether its existing senior secured notes are refinanced. The amendment also replaces benchmark reference rates and provides additional flexibility for distributions and debt repayments connected to property sales. The agreement maintains a $100 million covenant-lite revolving credit facility without financial maintenance covenants unless borrowings exceed 40% of total capacity. As of 31 December 2025, no amounts were drawn under the facility, with $7.7 million reserved in letters of credit. "This continues to provide us with flexibility and a strong liquidity profile," said Ellis Jacob, president and CEO. Cineplex operates 170 cinemas and entertainment venues across Canada.

Associated Press
Mar 11th, 2026
Cineplex reports $32.4M February box office, 93% of prior year despite no blockbuster release

Cineplex reported box office revenues of $32.4 million for February 2026, reaching approximately 93% of the prior year's results. The Canadian entertainment company said original titles Wuthering Heights, GOAT and Send Help led the month's performance, demonstrating that a diverse film slate can sustain meaningful box office without blockbuster releases. February 2025 had benefited from successful international titles including Ne Zha 2 and Chhaava, which represented roughly one-quarter of that month's box office. The month concluded strongly with Scream 7, which achieved the highest opening weekend in the franchise's history. Looking ahead, Cineplex cited upcoming releases including Pixar's Hoppers, Amazon's Project Hail Mary and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie as promising for the business.

EuroAsia24
Sep 24th, 2024
Cineplex slapped with record $38.9M fine over online booking fee

Cineplex Inc. says it will appeal a record $38.9 million fine for deceptive marketing practices imposed by the Competition Tribunal.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 9th, 2024
Cineplex Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results and Announces Intention To Launch Normal Course Issuer Bid

Cineplex reports second quarter 2024 results and announces intention to launch normal course issuer bid.