Engaging Bartender & Host: Craft Drinks, Memorable Moments

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a passionate bartender for events in Toronto. Our bartenders are engaging hosts with expert knowledge of food, wine, and spirits, delivering showmanship and strong guest connections.

As part of our team, you will craft drinks with precision, warmly welcome guests, and collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service. A Smart Serve certification and availability for flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• Smart Serve certification is required.
• Experience in event service or hospitality is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food and wine and the ability to describe offerings.
• A passion for guest service and creating memorable moments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Crafts high-quality drinks with consistency, speed, and attention to detail.
• Warmly welcomes guests and creates an engaging first impression.
• Maintains situational awareness and supports smooth team flow.
• Offers confident recommendations on cocktails, wine, and beer with menu knowledge.
• Shares stories and facts about spirits and mixology when appropriate.
• Builds guest rapport and creates a welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Smart Serve

Hospitality experience

Food and wine knowledge

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Staying composed under pressure

Job description

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a passionate bartender for events in Toronto. Our bartenders are engaging hosts with expert knowledge of food, wine, and spirits, delivering showmanship and strong guest connections.

As part of our team, you will craft drinks with precision, warmly welcome guests, and collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service. A Smart Serve certification and availability for flexible hours are required.