Bartender

The Populus • Quinte West, ON

1d • $22 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Pasque embraces the philosophy of ‘Nature Based Cuisine’ – exemplifying a harmonious relationship to nature by paying close attention to the seasons as well as mindfully sourcing the best products from local farms and ranches. The food aims to represent the possibilities of our interactions with the environment by cooking wild foods and respectfully grown produce and meats. The beverage program will be a nod to the classics with a focus on elegance, execution, and quality. Craft cocktails, curated wines by the bottle, and exciting Zero Proof offerings will be the beverage trademarks of Pasque. Pasque's service and hospitality will match the thoughtfulness and quality of the food and beverage programs. The service model is rooted in classic fine dining with less rigidity and more genuine warmth.

Stellar Jay continues this philosophy but brings the influence of live fire to the cuisine with an open fire hearth. The menu will focus on rustic, communal dishes that fuel the lively atmosphere. The beverage program at Stellar Jay invites guests to enjoy the festive and bright atmosphere of the rooftop restaurant with an emphasis on shaken cocktails, approachable wines by the glass, and playful Zero Proof offerings. Hospitality at Stellar Jay will be intentional, detailed, and knowledgeable while encouraging the rebellious and playful spirit of the setting.

The Bartender reports to the F&B Managers and works in a team environment with other F&B professionals, including barbacks, bartenders, servers, dishwashers, cooks, and chefs. It is critical the person in this position possess a background in advanced bartending techniques, has a natural ability to manage time, and a second-to-none knowledge of beverages and cocktails.
As a bartender, you will be responsible for creating memorable guest experiences. You will be responsible for the timely and friendly delivery of food and drinks. In depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions. Ongoing beverage tasting and training will allow you to expand your knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits and you will also be responsible for creating and hosting these types of classes as well. You will have the ability to collaborate on seasonal menus.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a bartender in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant or bar.
• TiPS Alcohol service certification and SafeStaff Certificate of Completion, or ability to obtain such within 30 days of hire
• Must meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
• Available to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays
• Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally
• Ability to continuously stand and/or walk for the majority of a shift, including negotiating wet tile floor and steps
• Fine motor coordination is needed to pour beverages, decorate cocktails and folding napkins
• Ability to roll and/or carry tables and chairs when needed
• Ability to carry over shoulder occasionally
• Utilize hand and elbow movements for polishing glassware, silver, setting up tables, shaking, pouring and mixing drinks
• Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces
• Ability to handle lighted candles and hot fluids (coffee and tea)
• Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport beverage goods inventory, equipment, etc.
• Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport beverage inventory, equipment, etc.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10F) and kitchens (+110F)

Nice To Haves

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of Restaurants and Guest Service also required

Responsibilities

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character by being proud of who you are, where you come from and who we serve at our hotel
• Participate in daily line ups and quarterly all staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the service team while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizing to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities
• Assist in all aspects of the F&B guest’s experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring bar products and supplies are well stocked, and executing on requests in a friendly and timely manner, ascertaining satisfaction throughout and adjusting as necessary
• Work in an organized and clean fashion, with the utmost respect for your guests, peers, equipment, and workspace to create lasting impressions and strong relationships
• Use steps of service to provide professional service and exceed guest expectations, ensuring alcohol is served safely, responsibly, and legally and utilizing recipes and jiggers to assist in creating consistent cocktails, juices, syrups, and bases; and creating lasting impressions on all guests
• Be accountable for working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day; and to serve alcohol safely, responsibly, and legally; and of course, accurately account for all monetary transactions during your shift
• Share your extensive knowledge of the beverage world with your guests, using your product knowledge to enhance guest experiences with add-ons; and demonstrate basic culinary terms and strive to know more through constant study of your craft
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the Food and beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
• Communicate effectively with the F&B and Culinary teams to ensure all guests get their food as ordered in timely fashion
• Assist in other areas of the F&B Department as needed, including but not limited to, Banquets, Bar, Café, In-Room Dining, Pool, and Restaurants

Benefits

• Base Hourly Rate $19.29 ($22 - $35) plus tips - associates will participate in a whole house tip pool where tips are shared with all hourly associates who contribute to the guest experience.
• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed