64300

Maîtres d'hôtel and hosts/hostesses

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Sales & service

6 › 64 › 643 › 6430

Definition

Maîtres d'hôtel and hosts/hostesses greet patrons and escort them to tables, and supervise and coordinate the activities of food and beverage servers. They are employed in restaurants, hotel dining rooms, private clubs, cocktail lounges and similar establishments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Receive and record patrons' reservations and assign tables
Greet patrons and escort them to tables or other seating areas
Speak with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service, and attend to complaints
Order dining room supplies and equipment
Inspect dining and serving areas and equipment
Supervise and coordinate activities of food and beverage servers and other serving staff
Accept payment from patrons for food and beverages
Maintain financial statements and records
Prepare work schedules and payrolls
Interview candidates for food and beverage server positions and train new employees
May be responsible for marketing and advertising the dining establishment.

Example job titles

•chief host/hostess - food services
•dining room host/hostess
•maître d'
•restaurant host/hostess

Overview

NOC code 64300 covers maîtres d'hôtel and hosts/hostesses under the official ESDC NOC 2021 classification. Classified as a TEER 4 occupation, this category includes individuals who greet patrons, escort them to their tables, manage reservations, and ensure overall dining room service quality. These professionals are commonly employed in establishments such as restaurants, hotel dining rooms, private clubs, and cocktail lounges across Canada.

According to official ESDC guidelines, standard duties for NOC 64300 include receiving and recording reservations, assigning tables, greeting guests, and supervising the activities of food and beverage servers to coordinate service. While there are no formal academic prerequisites, candidates typically require a secondary school diploma, alongside relevant on-the-job training or hospitality sector experience to qualify for these roles.

For Canadian immigration, foreign workers with experience in this TEER 4 occupation may qualify for permanent residency pathways such as the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) or various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) tailored to semi-skilled service workers. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated professional for official immigration guidance.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.