Bartender / Server

Alice Restaurant & Bar; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Push Operations is seeking a talented Bartender/Server for our upscale-casual restaurant and bar in Toronto. You will craft classic and creative cocktails, provide attentive service, and help deliver a memorable guest experience.

Ideal candidates bring strong cocktail knowledge, prior bartending and restaurant serving experience, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Join our team behind a stylish, garden-style patio and contribute to genuine hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous cocktail bartending experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and mixology.
• Previous restaurant serving experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, confident, and professional personality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent multitasking and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for alcohol service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver polished, friendly service while creating high-quality cocktails.
• Follow recipes and presentation standards consistently.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar.
• Take drink orders and ensure timely service.
• Monitor alcohol consumption and practice responsible service.
• Process cash and credit-card transactions accurately.
• Communicate effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming presence behind the bar.
• Welcome guests and provide warm, attentive service.
• Present menus and explain food and beverage selections confidently.
• Enter orders into the POS and deliver food and drinks promptly.

Skills

Cocktail bartending

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

We're looking for a talented, experienced Bartender / Server to join our newly opened upscale-casual restaurant and bar.

Located in a beautiful secret-garden-style patio, our concept combines a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere with modern American cuisine, craft cocktails, and genuine hospitality.

If you're passionate about cocktails, enjoy connecting with guests, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to meet you.

The Role

As a Bartender / Server, you'll be responsible for delivering polished, friendly service while creating high-quality cocktails and ensuring every guest has an exceptional experience.

• Prepare and serve classic and creative cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Demonstrate strong cocktail bartending and mixology skills.
• Follow recipes and presentation standards consistently.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar.
• Take drink orders and ensure timely service.
• Monitor alcohol consumption and practice responsible alcohol service.
• Accurately process cash and credit-card transactions.
• Communicate effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming presence behind the bar.

Server Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide warm, attentive service.
• Present menus and confidently explain food and beverage selections.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them into the POS.
• Deliver food and drinks promptly and professionally.
• Offer thoughtful menu and cocktail recommendations.
• Monitor tables throughout the meal and respond to guest needs.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Maintain clean and organized tables and dining areas.
• Process payments accurately and efficiently.
• Work closely with the kitchen and bar to ensure seamless service.

Qualifications

• Previous cocktail bartending experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and mixology.
• Previous restaurant serving experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, confident, and professional personality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent multitasking and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for alcohol service.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings energy, personality, and professionalism to the floor and bar. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality, confident behind the bar, comfortable interacting with guests, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

If you love craft cocktails, great food, beautiful surroundings, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to have you join our team.