Lead Bartender

Post Hotel & Spa; Lake Louise; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized staff accommodation in Lake

2 complimentary hot meals per day on

Discount on food and beverages

Complimentary stays at CRMR properties

Staff rates at CRMR properties

Employee Benefits Program

Relais & Châteaux employee stay

Staff events and recognition programs

Opportunities for growth

Annual wage and performance review

Job summary

The Post Hotel & Spa in Lake Louise, Alberta, part of CRMR family, seeks an experienced bartender/bar manager to lead the bar and wine program, manage liquor inventory, and train staff. The role offers growth within a renowned resort setting surrounded by the Canadian Rockies.

Candidates should have bartending and bar management experience, strong leadership, and excellent guest service. Certifications like Serving It Right and sommelier credentials are assets.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Problem-solving skills for guest and staff issues.
• Serving It Right certification.
• Knowledge of Squirrel POS system (asset).
• Sommelier certification (asset).
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift, and move around the venue.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bar and wine program operations.
• Manage liquor inventory and ordering.
• Maintain bar setup, including wine stocks and menu updates.
• Develop and maintain a Featured Cocktail program.
• Assist with training servers and bartenders.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and cost control.
• Provide excellent customer service and address guest concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in all service areas.
• Assist with food service and support servers as needed.
• Participate in menu planning and communicate changes to staff.
• Assist with conference setup and teardown as required.

Skills

Bartending

Bar management

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Serving It Right certification

Sommelier certification (asset)

Tools

Squirrel POS system

Job description

Post Hotel & Spa is a member of Relais & Châteaux and a MICHELIN Key recipient set in the heart of Lake Louise surrounded by the iconic peaks of Banff National Park. Here, alpine charm meets refined elegance and every guest experience is shaped with care, intention and a deep connection to place. As part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts (CRMR) family, The Post is a place where professionalism, growth and a shared love of hospitality come together in one of the most inspiring settings in the world.

Perks & Benefits

• Subsidized staff accommodation in Lake Louise
• 2 complimentary hot meals per day on shift
• Discount on food and beverages at The Post's dining outlets
• Complimentary stays at CRMR sister properties
• Staff rates at all CRMR properties
• Employee Benefits Program
• Access to the Relais & Châteaux employee stay program
• Staff events and recognition programs throughout the year
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within The Post and across CRMR properties
• Annual wage and performance review

Why Work With Us

Working at The Post isn't just a job, it's a career-defining experience. You'll be part of a team that holds itself to world-class standards, in a property celebrated for outstanding service, character and design. Whether you're growing your craft in the kitchen, creating unforgettable guest moments at the front desk, or delivering exceptional spa experiences, every role here contributes to something truly special. The mountains are your backyard, your colleagues become your community, and the work you do here will stay with you long after your time at The Post.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee bar and wine programoperations
• Manage liquor inventory and adviseorders
• Maintain bar setup, including winestocks and menu updates
• Develop and maintain a FeaturedCocktail program
• Assist with training servers andbartenders
• Ensure accurate cash handling andcost control
• Provide excellent customer serviceand address guest concerns
• Maintain cleanliness and safetystandards in all service areas
• Assist with food service andsupport servers as needed
• Participate in menu planning andcommunicate changes to staff
• Assist with conference setup andteardown as required

Requirements/Experience:

• Previous bartending and bar management experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Problem-solving skills for guest and staff issues
• Serving It Right certification
• Knowledge of Squirrel POS system (asset)
• Sommelier certification (asset)
• Flexibility to work various shifts, includingbreakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift,and move around the venue

Post Hotel & Spa (The Post) is committed to building a workplace where everyone can succeed and belong.

As Bow Valley Workplace Inclusion Charter signatory, we are working to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team environment.

We value a wide range of skills, experiences, and backgrounds; and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

The Post is continuously evolving our systems and practices to remove barriers so all equity seeking groups can succeed.

If you can’t apply online or request accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 1-403-441-0375.

We look forward to receiving your application.