Bartender 2026/27

Columbia Hospitality, Inc.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Bartender to prepare and serve beverages in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You should know standard recipes, mix quickly and accurately, and adapt to guest preferences while upholding responsible alcohol service.

Flexibility to assist in other Food & Beverage areas and to participate in pre-season and in-season training is required. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for delivering memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Smart Serve Certification is required.
• Experience in serving or hospitality is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting with physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes.
• Greet guests with friendly, professional service.
• Take orders, serve drinks promptly, and process payments.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary bar area and glassware.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and guest safety.
• Assist with basic food service as needed.
• Attend required pre-season and in-season training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Education

Smart Serve Certification

Safe Food Handling Certificate (REG 493)

Job description

Position Title: Bartender

Department: Food and Beverage

Reports to: Manager, Food and Beverage or designate

Our Mission: Offer unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and events

Job Summary: Bartenders are be responsible for preparing and serving beverages in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. This role is expected to know standard drink recipes and be able to mix them quickly and accurately while adapting to individual guest preferences. It is a critical role in ensuring responsible alcohol service, guest safety, and creating a welcoming, positive atmosphere for all patrons. This position may require flexibility to assist in other areas of food and beverage operations as needed.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes or customer specifications
• Greet guests with a friendly and professional demeanor, ensuring a high level of service at all times
• Take beverage orders, serve drinks promptly, and process payments accurately
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including wiping counters, cleaning bar tools, and washing glassware
• Arrange bottles and barware neatly and ensure the bar is well-stocked at all times
• Clean up after guests and reset bar area for the next service period
• Prepare garnishes such as slicing fruit for drinks
• Set up and close down bar areas according to established procedures
• Complete all required daily log sheets and checklists accurately
• Remove empty bottles, replace beer kegs, and dispose of waste following proper safety procedures
• Assist with basic food service if required based on business volume or staffing needs
• Required to determine when a customer has had too much alcohol, stop serving and ensure a safe ride home is arranged.
• Support other departments as needed, depending on operational demands
• Attend all required pre-season and in-season training

Key Qualifications:

• Smart Serve Certification (required)
• Previous serving or hospitality experience (asset)
• Safe Food Handling Certificate (REG 493) is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and within a team
• Able to handle high-pressure and fast-paced environments with professionalism
• Comfortable with repetitive lifting (up to 45 lbs / 20.4 kg) and standing for long periods
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to providing outstanding guest service
• Able to complete physically demanding duties as required
• Bilingualism is considered an asset

Additional Requirements:

• Passionate about the recreation, hospitality, or food and beverage industry
• Approachable, empathetic, and customer-focused
• Must be flexible with scheduling – including evenings, weekends, holidays, and shift coverage
• Must provide your own uniform in compliance with Chicopee’s uniform policy
• You have, or can use our Human Resource platform to obtain, the following certificates: WHMIS; Ladder Safety; Ontario Health & Safety Awareness (OHSA); Workplace Violence & Harassment (Bill 168 & 132); Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); IASR: Information and Communications Standards and Employment Standards; Understanding Human Rights; Safe Lifting; Gender and Sexual Diversity; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Safe Food Handling (for Food and Beverage Employees) Training