Casual Bartender

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment; Ramara Township; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading gaming and entertainment company in Ontario is hiring a Bartender to serve beverages and provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have prior bartending experience, strong knowledge of drink recipes, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a casual position with competitive wages and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Exciting work environment

Opportunity for growth and development

Paid time off

Extended health and dental plan options

Pension plan benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess previous bartending or serving experience in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent knowledge of cocktail recipes and extensive experience mixing drinks.
• Ability to frequently use hands, wrists, arms, shoulders and back to provide service.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders, mix and serve drinks to customers.
• Process cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and service etiquette.

Skills

Previous bartending or serving experience

Knowledge of cocktail recipes

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Reliable work ethic

Education

Smart Serve certification

WHMIS training

AGCO licensing

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Casual
Wages: Start Rate: $17.20; 1-Year Hour Rate: $18.66
Vacancies: 5

We Provide

• Exciting, supportive and fun work environment
• Variety of shifts
• Opportunity for growth and development
• Accumulation of paid time off
• Excellent extended health and dental plan options
• Pension plan benefits
• Employee-driven recognition program

The Position

In the role of Bartender, if you have proven bartending and beverage experience, enjoy working as an integral team member and enjoy the exciting and dynamic customer service this position will entail - we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders, mix and serve drinks to customers
• Notify supervisors of low inventory and recommend new inventory
• Tender cash, credit and debit transactions with accuracy ensuring all payments are collected
• Cash register operation and proper close out
• Maintain a professional appearance adhering to company and department grooming policy
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, positive demeanor and service etiquette at all times
• Directly or indirectly provide for superior customer service
• Work in cooperation with supervisors and co-workers and promote excellent employee relations with co-workers
• Assist with problem solving any potential guest or crew complaints and alert management on issues that need further follow up
• Develop and maintain a good understanding of beverage and outlet food menu knowledge
• Take food orders and provide table service in bars/lounges where food is served
• Maintain a clean bar area and wash/polish glassware and utensils as required
• Comply with Liquor License Act and adhere to all Casino Rama Policies and Procedures
• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring

• Must possess previous bartending or serving experience in a fast paced environment
• Extensive experience mixing drinks and excellent knowledge of cocktail recipes
• Reliable and dependable work ethic
• Must be able to work well under pressure and multi-task in a busy, fast paced work environment
• Must have the ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods (regular work shift 8 hours)
• Must have the ability to frequently use hands, wrists, arms, shoulders and back to grip, carry, lift, balance and extend in order to provide service
• Must have the ability to use POS and tender bills efficiently and accurately for all products
• Excellent verbal English communication skills; Ability to read and write in English
• French language skills (verbal and written) are an asset
• Must have or be able to acquire Smart Serve certification
• Must be able to get certified in WHMIS training
• Must be able to acquire and maintain AGCO licensing

Who We Are

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited ("Gateway") is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada with 31 gaming properties in British Columbia, Ontario and Alberta. Across its entire portfolio, Gateway currently employs approximately 7,200 people and features approximately 391 table games (including 31 poker tables), 14,288 slots, 81 food and beverage outlets and 564 hotel rooms.

Gateway has been in the business of gaming and entertainment in Canada for more than thirty years and continues to evolve and expand its renowned offerings, including developing casino and restaurant brands. The Gateway to Your Future starts with us.

Gateway celebrates and empowers our team members, who make it all possible. A career at Gateway means working with great people, being recognized for your unique contribution and career advancement opportunities across our 31 locations. Our employees thrive with ongoing training and leadership programs while working in a dynamic and fun environment. See for yourself what it is like to be on a team that values your vision, skill and energy.