Bartender

Sawmill Restaurant Group; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Gratuities

Free Parking

Discounted Food & Beverages

Career Growth

Job summary

Sawmill Restaurant Group in Grande Prairie, Canada, is seeking a skilled Bartender to craft classic and creative beverages while engaging guests and ensuring a memorable experience.

You will mix drinks with high-quality ingredients, provide personalized recommendations, and collaborate with team members to maintain a smooth, welcoming bar environment. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience crafting cocktails and beverages in a reputable bar or restaurant.
• Strong mixology knowledge across spirits, liqueurs, wines, beers, and garnishes.
• Excellent customer service and communication; ability to engage guests.

Responsibilities

• Create handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and specialty beverages with quality ingredients and flair.
• Provide warm, engaging service and personal recommendations.
• Promote specials and events to boost brand awareness.
• Take orders accurately and prepare beverages promptly per standards.
• Maintain clean, organized bar and ensure hygienic practices.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff for smooth operations.
• Process payments, manage cash, and keep sales/tips records.
• Handle Video Lottery Terminals if applicable.
• Uphold S.T.E.A.K. values.

Skills

Bartender experience

Mixology knowledge

Customer service

Verbal communication

Job description

Job Description

A Bartender is responsible for crafting classic and creative alcohol and non-alcohol beverages, engaging with customers, and ensuring that every guest has a memorable experience. Creativity, knowledge of mixology, and excellent customer service skills help establish the operation’s reputation as a go-to destination for exceptional drinks.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a diverse range of handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, and other specialty beverages with precision and flair, using high-quality ingredients, techniques, and garnishes. Continually innovate and recommend new and exciting drink creations.
• Provide exceptional customer service by warmly welcoming guests, engaging in friendly, fun, and professional conversation. Offer recommendations and suggestions based on their tastes, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience.
• Communicate any specials or promotions. It is vitally important during the guest’s visit; the bartender is marketing and generates awareness of the brand and/or a location’s upcoming events or special offerings.
• Efficiently and accurately take drink orders, prepare them promptly, and serve beverages with attention to detail and presentation. Ensure all orders are prepared in compliance with company standards and specific customer requests.
• Demonstrate an extensive understanding of classic and contemporary mixology, including various spirits, liqueurs, wines, beer, craft beer and other items and ingredients. Stay updated on emerging trends and new techniques within the industry.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all glassware, utensils, and bar tools are sanitized and readily available. Adhere to safety and hygiene protocols, including proper handling and storage of ingredients.
• Work closely with other team members, including servers, kitchen staff, and management, to ensure smooth operations and a seamless customer experience. Provide support during busy periods and assist in other areas of the establishment when needed.
• Process customer payments accurately, handle cash responsibly, and maintain a secure cash register. Keep records of sales, tips, and inventory to support effective management and financial transparency.
• Process and manage Video Lottery Terminals (VLT’s) if present.
• Uphold our S.T.E.A.K. Values

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bartender in a reputable establishment, demonstrating proficiency in crafting a wide variety of cocktails and beverages.
• Extensive knowledge of mixology, including a comprehensive understanding of various spirits, ingredients, and techniques. Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage and connect with customers.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to interact with customers, take orders, and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, prioritizing tasks, and delivering excellent service under pressure.
• Certification in safe alcohol service training. Possession of relevant or required certifications such as Pro-Serve, VLT Reel-Facts
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the operation’s schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Gratuities
• Free Parking
• Discounted Food & Beverages
• Career Growth Opportunities

Is this you?

Do you love working with people? Do you love travel and hospitality? If you are someone with great communication skills who loves working with people, a career in the food and beverage restaurant world could be for you! There are many different career opportunities within the restaurant stream, including culinary and front of house positions, team leadership roles, management, and general management positions, even careers in finance and accounting. The opportunities are endless, and we are here to help you all the way!