How much can I earn as a restaurant server in Vancouver including tips?

Base wage is CAD $16.75-19.00 per hour for 30-40 hours per week. Tips typically add CAD $15-25 per hour, meaning total earnings can reach CAD $31.75-44.00 per hour or approximately CAD $2,400-4,000 additional monthly income from tips.

Is accommodation assistance provided for restaurant servers?

Yes, the company assists with shared housing arrangements at CAD $800-1,200/month per person and provides access to international worker housing networks. This is significantly lower than Vancouver's average rent of CAD $2,200+ for one bedroom.

How long are the restaurant server contracts?

Contracts are typically 6-12 months with various start dates throughout 2025. This suits working holiday and temporary foreign worker programs.

What types of restaurants does Pacific Coast Restaurant Group operate?

The group operates 15 establishments across Vancouver including fine dining restaurants, casual restaurants, and tourist venues, employing 300-500 staff including many international workers.

What additional benefits are provided?

Benefits include staff meal allowances, flexible scheduling, public transit employee discounts, and training in food safety and wine service. The hospitality sector is recovering strongly post-COVID with extensive opportunities.

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Restaurant Server

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

6-12 month contracts

Temporary

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Job Highlights

Pay Rate

CAD $16.75-19.00 per hour plus tips

Hours

30-40 hours per week

Accommodation

Shared housing assistance

Start Date

Various dates throughout 2025

Sector

Hospitality

General Information

Pacific Coast Restaurant Group operates 15 establishments across Vancouver including fine dining, casual restaurants, and tourist venues. The tourism and hotel sectors experienced the biggest losses during COVID-19 but are now bouncing back and recruiting massively. Three major sectors still account for over 40% of all job vacancies in Canada with hospitality being one of them. Restaurant group employs 300-500 staff including many working holiday and temporary foreign workers. Training provided in food safety, wine service, and customer relations. Tips typically add CAD $15-25 per hour to base wages.

Please note: Previous restaurant experience preferred. Strong English communication essential for tourist-focused venues.

Type of Work

Table service and customer interaction
Order taking and food service
Cash handling and payment processing
Restaurant setup and cleaning duties
Special event and banquet service

Please note: Fast-paced environment requiring physical stamina and multitasking abilities.

Accommodation

Company assists with shared housing arrangements and provides contacts for international worker housing networks.

Housing Assistance:

Shared apartment referrals: CAD $800-1,200/month per person
International worker housing network access
Vancouver average rent: CAD $2,200+ for one bedroom
Public transit employee discounts
Staff meal allowances and flexible scheduling

Typical Housing Costs:

Shared house: CAD $900-1,400/month
Basement suite: CAD $1,200-1,800/month
Tips typically earn additional CAD $2,400-4,000/month

Our Services

Richo Recruitment will assist you with all necessary paperwork. Below is a list of the services we provide free of charge to candidates:

Guaranteed legal employment directly with the employer
Accommodation near the workplace with all necessary facilities
Help organising travel to and from work
Free assistance with all necessary documentation
Comprehensive support before and during your stay abroad
Motivating and timely wages

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Need Help?

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PHONE

+44 (777) 853 4565

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OPEN HOURS

Mon-Fri: 08:30 - 17:00