Bartender - Part-Time

About the role

Fairmont Royal York, a historic luxury hotel in Toronto, is looking for a part-time Bartender for its MONOGRAM bar. You will craft drinks to guest specifications, offer friendly and efficient service and suggest wine pairings and menu choices. The starting rate is $20.30 per hour, with a wage increase after six months of compensated service.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare drinks to guest specifications, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation
• Offer personalized, friendly and efficient service, helping guests with menu inquiries
• Suggest wine pairings and menu selections to enhance dining experiences
• Know the menu and beverage offerings, including special promotions, and give expert recommendations
• Resolve guest issues and complaints gracefully
• Manage daily requisitions and complete month-end inventory accurately
• Work cooperatively with co-workers while keeping a high standard of guest experience

Required profile

• Previous bartending experience in a luxury hotel and/or bar
• Restaurant or food and beverage work experience
• Age of majority to serve alcoholic beverages
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada; the hotel cannot assist with work authorization
• Ability to stand and walk constantly, lift up to 30 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and kneel frequently

Required skills

• Cocktail and mixology knowledge
• Intermediate bartending etiquette and technical skills
• Smart Serve training program certification
• Cash handling abilities
• Bartending and/or mixology certificate is an asset

What we offer

• Wage increase after six months of compensated service
• Free meals every shift
• Travel discounts at Accor hotels worldwide
• Free dry cleaning for work gear
• Custom learning programs and growth paths
• Opportunities to join the Health & Wellness, Sustainability and DEI committees