What you will do:

The Bartender prepares alcoholic drinks for patrons of restaurants, bars, cocktail lounges, and other places where drinks are served. The Bartender's main job is to know the standard drink recipes and be able to mix them quickly and accurately. Guests may have their own preferences or recipes for the bartender to follow. Bartenders also check the identification of guests to ensure that they meet the minimum drinking age. Bartenders take drink orders, serve drinks, and collect money for drinks. Bartenders fill drink orders placed by waitresses for guests to be served. The Bartender arranges bottles and barware, washes glasses, and cleans the bar. The Bartender also removes empty bottles and trash and replaces empty beer kegs. Bartenders stock the bar by bringing liquor bottles, mixed drink ingredients, and other bar supplies from the storeroom to the bar. The Bartender keeps track of wines, beers, liquors, and other supplies, and ordering bar supplies.

Job Duties

• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
• Wash glassware and utensils after each use.
• Pour wine and beer.
• Collect payment and operate POS.
• Serve food to guests seated at the bar.
• Check identification of guests to make sure they meet age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Determine when a customer has had too much alcohol, stop serving and ensure a safe ride home is arranged.
• Clean up after guests and clean work area.
• Order and maintain liquor and bar supplies.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Serve guests in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Handle and move objects, such as glasses and bottles, using hands and arms.
• Monitor and maintain an inventory of supplies.
• Mix ingredients according to drink recipes.
• Perform physical activities such as lifting and stooping.
• Refusing service, arranging a taxi or even calling the police if necessary.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive display.
• Clean, Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High-School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
• Completed Bartending classes preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years Bartending.
• Provincial Smart Serve or Pro Serve Certification where applicable and being of legal age to serve alcohol in fully licensed theatres would be an asset.
• Knowledge of drink recipes.
• Ability to handle large crowds.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.​
• Experience in all aspects of customer service and people management. 

Work Conditions:

• Will be exposed to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift 50lb required.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Overtime as required.
• High stress, fast paced environment.

Inclusion & Diversity

Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable. 

Accessibility

We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [email protected].

Use of AI

We use AI-assisted tools to help us review applications and support parts of the recruitment process. However, every application is reviewed by our HR team, and all hiring decisions are made by our people, not by AI.

This position is a current vacancy and is being actively recruited to fill an existing role within the organization.

While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Wage ($):