Bartender (Part time), Fine Dining - Auberge du Pommier

Auberge du Pommier; Toronto; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Health, dental & vision benefits

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at O&B restaurants

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Auberge du Pommier in Toronto is seeking an experienced Bartender to deliver exceptional service, knowledge of cocktails, wine, and beer, and maintain an inviting bar area. You will engage guests, take orders, and ensure accuracy while upholding O&B standards.

The role emphasizes guest interaction, beverage expertise, and teamwork in a premier hospitality setting with gratuities and benefits. Availability on weekends, evenings, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years bartending experience in a similar environment.
• Impeccable wine, beer and classic cocktail knowledge.
• Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to multi-task and be a strong lounge server.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive guest experience through interaction and adherence to the steps of service.
• Knowledgeable of all food and beverage items to make recommendations.
• Promptly receive drink orders and pour beverages to standards.
• Present beverages clearly at the service bar pickup area.
• Communicate beverage descriptions, specials and information to guests and team members.
• Stock and maintain bar products, including mise en place.

Skills

Bartending

Cocktails

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Tools

POS system

Job description

Company Description

Auberge du Pommier is a distinguished Toronto institution, celebrated for its refined French-inspired cuisine, elegant ambiance, and consistently warm, attentive service. Renowned for combining culinary excellence with timeless hospitality, the restaurant provides a sophisticated dining experience that delights guests and leaves a lasting impression. This is an ideal environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about upholding tradition, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, and contributing to memorable, high-caliber dining experiences. Team members have the opportunity to develop their craft within a respected and established culinary legacy while delivering service that embodies both elegance and genuine care.

Company Description

Auberge du Pommier is a distinguished Toronto institution, celebrated for its refined French-inspired cuisine, elegant ambiance, and consistently warm, attentive service. Renowned for combining culinary excellence with timeless hospitality, the restaurant provides a sophisticated dining experience that delights guests and leaves a lasting impression. This is an ideal environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about upholding tradition, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, and contributing to memorable, high-caliber dining experiences. Team members have the opportunity to develop their craft within a respected and established culinary legacy while delivering service that embodies both elegance and genuine care.

What’s in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• Employee Referral Program
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

Our Bartenders take pride in their food, wine and spirit knowledge. They build relationships with their guests and are often asked for by name. They display natural showmanship, have great communication skills and an eye for detail. A Bartender receives beverage orders and makes beverages in a timely and efficient manner maintaining all O&B standards. They also communicate beverage descriptions and modifications with team members to ensure guests receive their requested beverage.

The day to day:

• Create a positive guest experience through interaction and adherence to the steps of service
• Knowledgeable of all food and beverage items in order to make recommendations
• Promptly receive drink orders and pour all beverages according to O&B standards
• Present beverages in a clear and organized manner at the service bar pick up area
• Communicate beverage descriptions, specials and information to guests and team members
• Setup and take apart bar area, dishwasher and cappuccino machine
• Stock and maintain all bar products including mis en place
• Check and maintain beer keg and liquor levels
• Count and take inventory of all beverages and supplies and assist manager with inventory ordering
• Be aware of any special requests, inclusive of guest allergies
• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• At least 2 years bartending experience in a similar environment
• Experience with cocktail batching an asset Impeccable wine, beer and classic cocktail knowledge
• Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service
• Ability to multi-task and be a strong lounge server
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift and move beer kegs, liquor and wine boxes
• Available weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
• You will be responsible for ordering, inventorying and cocktail creation
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a current vacancy

Hourly Wage $17.60 /hr + grats

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