Bartender-EN

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid/unpaid leave and vacation pay

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning

Second language training

CF One discounts

Job summary

CFMWS is seeking a Bartender to provide exceptional customer service in our military messes, golf and curling operations, and marinas. You will brew, pour, and serve beverages, manage bar stock, and coordinate supplies for events and functions.

You will work with the military community, respecting traditions and safety standards. The role requires serving alcohol legally, handling cash, and maintaining compliance with liquor regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must possess Provincial Responsible Service of Alcohol certification.
• Experience in serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Experience with cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages and maintain bar stock.
• Operate a Point of Sale system and set up/takedown for events.
• Ensure compliance with provincial liquor laws and regulations.
• Provide a clean, welcoming bar area and assist in event setup.

Skills

Cash handling

Alcohol service

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Organizational knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Provincial RSCA certification

Job description

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

As a Bartender, you provide an excellent customer experience in our military messes, golf and curling operations and marinas. During big events to every day moments, you will build a rapport with the military community and get to experience various military traditions.

The Bartender will provide a variety of services such as preparing and serving beverages, maintaining inventory of bar stock and ordering supplies and assisting in the set-up and take down of social and military functions. You will operate a Point of Sales system, provide a clean bar area and ensure compliance with provincial liquor legislation and regulations.

This is a role where everyone works as one team to provide the best customer experience for our members and contributes in creating a positive workplace. If you thrive in a customer focused environment, enjoying working in a team - this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• High school diploma
• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol in Province
• Must possess a Provincial Responsible Service of Alcohol certification

Experience

• In serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• In cash handling

Competencies

• Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

Language Requirements

• English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset
• Reading: None
• Writing: None
• Oral: Functional

Benefits Available

• Health Benefits: Healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program and mental health support.
• Work Life Balance: Paid/unpaid leave, including vacation pay, family related leave and personal days.
• Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
• Learning and Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
• Perks: Discounts provided through CF One Member Appreciation.
• Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

Other Information

• Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)
• This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

START DATE

September 8, 2026

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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