Dining Room Bartender/Server

Sonora Resort, Relais & Châteaux; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 2,893,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Wellness resources

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Staff accommodation (on-site)

Job summary

Sonora Resort is seeking a Dining Room Bartender/Server to join its world-class team at a luxury Relais & Châteaux property on Vancouver Island. This seasonal, on-site role requires shift work from April through October, with a start date as soon as possible.

You will contribute to a fine dining guest experience, craft seasonal cocktails, greet and seat guests, and work with the beverage team to deliver exceptional service in a remote wilderness setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of bartending experience, preferably in a fine dining setting.
• Experience with POS systems.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada and fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate service behaviors per Relais & Chateaux standards.
• Collaborate with beverage team to create seasonal cocktails.
• Greet and seat guests; ensure daily/weekly cleaning tasks meet standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining room and stations; know menu items.
• Ensure bar is stocked and ready for service.
• Assist with special events and offsite beverage service.
• Work closely with Dining Room Manager and Sommelier on beverage program.

Skills

Bartending

Fine dining

English proficient

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

Benefits:

• Gratuities
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Wellness resources
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts

We’re hiring a Dining Room Bartender/Server to join our world class team at Sonora Resort, a luxury all-inclusive Relais & Chateaux Resort, in the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia. Nestled in the Discovery Islands, Sonora Resort is a remote location accessed by water taxi from the town of Campbell River on Vancouver Island. This is a Seasonal position that works on site at the Resort in shift work rotations. Seeking a candidate who can work until the end of our season in Mid‑October, with a start date as soon as possible.

Our team shares a deep appreciation for the unspoiled wilderness of British Columbia. Our opulent location is an undeniable draw for those seeking an exciting career with a side of adventure. We are completely submerged in the great outdoors with easy access to hiking trails, Florence Lake, and opportunities to get on the water to explore the Inside Passage.

Each one of our team members contributes to the guest experience at Sonora Resort. Working at Sonora means you are part of a team of passionate and trained professionals focused on providing our guests with unique experiences and cherished memories.

Sonora Resort is committed to creating an engaging and supportive work environment, with a focus on developing and promoting talent from within. We offer competitive compensation packages, exciting employee incentives and the opportunity to develop under the prestigious Relais & Châteaux banner.

Resort Life

• All staff are provided with complimentary single bedroom accommodations. Complimentary wifi, cable TV and internet calling provided in each staff room.
• Complimentary meals, snacks and beverages provided from our Staff Kitchen
• Shift work is required from April until October; comprised of 10-21 working days and 4 non-working working days, subject to change during peak season; employees are expected to be flexible in their scheduling to meet the needs of the business.
• Water taxi transportation is provided to and from Campbell River for scheduled work shifts
• Staff are required to leave the resort on their scheduled non-working days and are responsible for securing further transportation and accommodation thereafter.
• Team Amenities on site include a staff lounge, fitness facility, hot tub, outdoor staff lounge area, access to trout ponds, hiking trails and Florence Lake where a canoe and stand-up paddleboards are available for staff use.
• Enjoy other great work perks such as:
• 25% off at Sonora’s Gift Shop and Island Currents Spa (Services & products)
• Special room rate for Employees & immediate family members visiting Sonora Resort
• Staff social events and opportunities to experience adventure tours & activities
• An Employee & Family Assistance Program offering counseling and mental health supports.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• We offer competitive wages, paid hourly, with opportunities for overtime, plus gratuities.

Position Summary

The Dining Room bartender will have a passion for excellence in guest service and a strong background in bartending in a fine dining establishment. They will be expected to function within a team environment and provide a world class fine dining experience for our guests.

Job Duties

• Demonstrate desired service behaviors in accordance with Relais and Chateaux expectations.
• Collaborate with the beverage team to create a seasonal list of cocktails.
• Greet and seat guests.
• Ensure all daily and weekly cleaning tasks are completed and up to standards.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the dining room and stations.
• Knowledgeable of all regular and special menu items as well as any changes daily.
• Able to read service tickets and deliver food to the correct seat numbers.
• Ensure the bar is stocked and ready for service.
• Assist with special event and offsite requirements related to beverage service.
• Working closely with the Dining Room Manager and Sommelier on all aspects of the beverage program.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of bartending experience, preferably in a fine dining setting; experience in a live-in resort environment is preferred.
• High School Diploma required. Any additional education or experience in the Hospitality, Tourism, or related fields would be an asset.
• Experience working with a POS system.
• Beginner WSET qualifications are considered an asset.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada and fluent in English, second language an asset.
• First Aid certificates are an asset.
• Must have a valid serving it right number.

About Sonora Resort

Sonora Resort, a Relais & Chateâux property, is located on Sonora Island in the Discovery Islands of British Columbia. It is accessible by boat or air, and 50 minutes by helicopter from Vancouver. Known as one of Canada’s hidden gems, Sonora has a unique place in the world because of its secluded location, abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, with luxury accommodations and gourmet cuisine. Sonora is part of the Relais & Chateâux association of the world’s finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs that has set the standard for excellence in hospitality. Whether you have an adventurous heart or a desire to live in a remarkable wild place such as this, you will find all kinds of career options at Sonora Resort. We encourage you to visit our website at www.sonoraresort.com