Bar Supervisor - Carmens Event Centre

Carmen's Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Global hotel discounts

Staff discounts

Job summary

Carmens Event Centre is seeking an experienced bartender supervisor to join Carmens Group in Hamilton. You will oversee event bar service, guide bartenders and staff, and ensure beverages meet high standards of professionalism, efficiency, and hospitality.

The role requires 2+ years of hospitality and bartending experience, Smart Serve certification, and a valid G Driver’s License. Evening and weekend availability is expected, with growth opportunities within Carmens Group.

Qualifications

• Smart Serve Certification is required.
• 2+ years in hospitality and bartending.
• Experience in a supervisory role is a plus.
• G Driver's License is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and guest focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bar service operations for events, ensuring a seamless guest experience.
• Lead and support bartenders and service staff with clear, proactive communication.
• Ensure beverage service meets Carmens Group standards for professionalism and hospitality.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and overall organization of bar operations.
• Address guest needs and service challenges with a positive, solutions-focused approach.
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and collaborative team environment and continuous improvement.

Skills

communication

organizational skills

multitasking

leadership potential

Education

Smart Serve Certification

G Driver's License

Job description

Be Part of the Magic at Carmens Event Centre

Carmens Event Centre is where Hamilton comes to celebrate—and where you can be part of something unforgettable. As a team member at one of the city’s most iconic venues, you’ll help bring dream weddings, milestone galas, and show-stopping events to life in a setting known for elegance, grandeur, and timeless charm.

As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be joining a team backed by over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and a culture built on pride, passion, and creating extraordinary experiences.

Why work for Carmens Group?

• Flexible scheduling
• Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024, 2026)
• Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
  • Most Trusted Executive Teams
  • Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
  • Best Places to Work in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Women
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
• Perks & Benefits:
  • Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
  • Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
  • Staff discounts at our restaurants
  • Wellness programs & staff events
  • Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
  • Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
  • Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
  • Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Join a company that values your growth, wellbeing, and passion, where your career is supported every step of the way.

Position Details:

Job Type: part-time, temporary, permanent

Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy(coverage for an employee on a leave of absence)

Compensation: $20.00-23.00 per hour plus gratuities

AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team

What You Will Be Doing

• Overseeing bar service operations for events, ensuring a seamless and memorable guest experience
• Leading and supporting bartenders and service staff, providing direction and clear communication throughout each event
• Ensuring beverage service meets Carmen’s Group standards for professionalism, efficiency, and hospitality
• Supporting inventory management, ordering, and overall organization of bar operations
• Addressing guest needs and service challenges while maintaining a positive and solutions-focused approach
• Contributing to a safe, organized, and collaborative team environment while supporting continuous improvement

What You Pour Into The Role

• 2+ years of hospitality and bartending experience, event or banquet service an asset
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in hospitality is an asset
• Smart Serve Certification (required)
• Valid G Driver’s License (required)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Mixology experience
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in fast-paced event environments
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and late-night events

We are Carmens Group—a proud Hamilton-born hospitality company with a mission to create extraordinary memories. Our venues include Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, the Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, The Arlington Hotel, and the Good Earth Food & Wine. Together, we’re shaping the future of Southern Ontario’s event and culinary scene—one unforgettable experience at a time.

Are You Ready to Take the Lead?

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Culture upon scheduling your interview.