Bartender

Germain Hôtels; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great travel rates for hotel stays

On-site gym access

Autonomy and growth

Job summary

Germain Hotels in Ottawa is seeking an experienced bartender who excels in guest service and offers thoughtful beverage recommendations. You will engage guests, prepare and serve drinks, and adapt service to meet individual tastes at the bar.

The role emphasizes health and safety, cleanliness, and compliance with alcohol laws, while offering flexible growth opportunities and travel-rate perks for hotel stays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years' experience behind a bar.
• Ability to multitask efficiently.
• Good physical condition: stand for hours, lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Recommend, prepare and serve beverages and food to guests' taste, delivering excellent service.
• Ensure bar supplies are optimized and comply with health and safety requirements.
• Keep the bar area clean and well organized, and maintain equipment.
• Comply with current laws and regulations regarding alcohol.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register systems

Job description

We're looking for a Bartender with interpersonal skills who enjoys meticulously executing recipes or proposing classic or original drinks, while taking good care of our guests. They’re a bit of a foodie, so they’re equally at ease discussing a new brand of beer or a fine wine. Professional and versatile, this person knows how to offer a service adapted to the needs of those who choose to sit at their bar.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Recommend, prepare and serve beverages and food to guests' taste, providing them with an excellent customer service experience.
• Ensure that bar supplies are optimized and comply with health and safety requirements.
• Ensure that the working environment and equipment are always clean and well organized.
• Comply with current laws and regulations regarding alcohol.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• 1 to 2 years' experience behind a bar
• Ability to work efficiently by multitasking
• Good physical condition: must be able to stand for several hours at a time and lift/carry loads up to 50 lb
• Knowledge of restaurant cash register systems

WHAT WE OFFER

• Passionate about travel? Take advantage of great rates when you stay at Germain Hotels to travel the country. Again and again!
• A work environment that fosters creativity and autonomy - contribute to the growth of a company that strives to move you forward and recognizes you for who you really are.
• Squats help you relax? Get access to a state-of-the-art gym right in your workplace.

The hourly rate for this role is 17,81$, in alignment with internal equity.

Germain Hotels may use artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support the screening and assessment of applications. All hiring decisions are made by our HR team and hiring managers based on each candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and alignment with the role requirements.