2025 Fair Beverage Bartender

Pacific National Exhibition; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading entertainment company as a Fair Beverage Bartender this summer! You'll provide exceptional guest service and serve drinks during the PNE Fair while gaining valuable experience and enjoying excellent perks. This seasonal position also offers opportunities for career growth in a fun environment.

Benefits

Employee discounts on passes to The Fair

Gift card rewards available all season

Training and development opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older by August 1, 2025.
• Previous customer service experience is an asset.
• Ability to engage and interact with guests effectively.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a point-of-sale system for customer transactions.
• Pour and serve alcoholic beverages while adhering to legal requirements.
• Provide exceptional guest service and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Guest Service

Communication

Decision-Making

Independence

Education

Serving It Right Certificate

Job description

Job Description

2025 Fair Beverage Bartender

Part-time; Seasonal

Fair Beverage Bartender: $19.97/hour (PG 74) plus 5% in lieu of benefits and vacation – Must be 19 years of age or older by August 1, 2025.

Why join our Team?

• We create memorable experiences, and we have fun doing it – join us!
• Base wage starts at $19.97/hr with 5% additional pay in lieu of vacation & other benefits, resulting in a total of $20.96/hour.
• Training and development - learn new skills and gain valuable work experience.
• Career growth – opportunities for promotions and position transfers.
• Opportunity to create lasting memories & friendships.
• Great perks & employee rewards!
• Employee discounts on passes to The Fair, as well as at all PNE Food Stands!
• We want to recognize you – gift card rewards available all season long!

What will you do this year?

In your role as a Fair Beverage Bartender, your primary accountabilities will be to:

• Utilize a point-of-sale system to complete customer drink transactions.
• Provide guest service and information to address guest questions regarding available beverage products.
• Check guest IDs and wrist bands to ensure beverages are provided only to guests of legal drinking age.
• Pour and serve alcoholic beverages to guests.
• Strictly adhere to all liquor rules and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and presentable work station.
• Provide exceptional and friendly guest service.
• Ensure the PNE Uniform and Appearance policy is adhered to at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What else?

• The ability to engage and interact with guests is required.
• The ability to make sound judgements and decision-making is required.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• The ability to work independently under minimum supervision is required.
• The ability to provide courteous and professional guest service is required.
• A valid Serving it Right certificate is required.
• Previous guest/customer service experience is an asset.
• Must be at least 19 years of age or older by August 1st, 2025.
• Sufficient strength, stamina, and coordination to permit the performance of assigned tasks, which includes walking and standing for the duration of shifts is required.

When will you work?

• Dates:
• The PNE Fair runs from August 16th – September 1st.
• Training and orientation will take place throughout the first 2 weeks of August depending on your department’s operational needs.
• Hours:
• The PNE Fair is open from 11AM – 11PM – with a variety of shifts available.
• Availability Requirements:
• Must be available for up to full-time hours (40 hours per week) including evenings, weekends, and late nights from August 16th – September 1st.

How to Apply?

Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the roles are filled.Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume before Sunday, June 8th, 2025.

Successful applicants will receive an interview invitation via email in mid-June. Virtual group interviews will be held on July 2nd, July 3rd, & July 5th. The interview invitation will allow all candidates to choose their preferred Fair jobs.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The PNE is proud to be anequalopportunityemployer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department [e-mail].