Event Bartender

_**As a team member at The Ancaster Mill, you are a part of the Pearle Hospitality family.**_

Pearle Hospitality’s mission and focus is to enrich each moment through genuine and thoughtful actions. Each of Pearle Hospitality’s restaurants, event venues, hotels, and spas are focused on creating happiness and elevating each experience through the care and consideration of our people, guests, food, properties and communities.

Our guests and customers have a trust in the experience they are about to enjoy. They trust that any event hosted at one of our properties, stays in our hotels or experiences at our spas will be a memorable experience for all involved. This idea has been reinforced through years of dedication to providing those people with soulful and delicious food, impeccably maintained historical buildings and bright, hardworking, and enthusiastic team members.

Ancaster Mill: Nestled under the Niagara escarpment, alongside a waterfall and creek, Ancaster Mill invites its guests to sweep themselves away. Boasting spectacular forested scenery and historic charm, it's like a breath of fresh air. The chefs work directly with local farmers to create harvest-inspired menus that capture the essence of the season.

**Job Purpose**:
Event Bartenders work together with the rest of the Events Team to help create memorable events and superior guest experiences at the Ancaster Mill. In the role of Event Bartender, you will be expected to interact with guests on a personal level as well as with Event Servers to fulfill drink orders to guest expectations and Pearle Hospitality standards. You will be expected to work closely with the rest of the Event Staff to ensure efficient operation of the even and provide hosts and guests with an extraordinary guest experience.
- Smart Serve Certificate
- Event Bartending experience is considered an asset
- **Communication**: Listen attentively to guest's questions and requests. Effectively share information about guest requests with Maître D’.
- **Organization**: Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks as necessary.
- **Personable**: Professional appearance, positive and proactive attitude, and exhibits genuine and thoughtful hospitality in all interactions.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Prepare bar for the event by fully stocking with ice, juices/pop, garnishes, glassware, alcohol, wine, and beers.
- Provide guests with the highest level of customer service by serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the event.
- Assist with pouring wine for guests during meal service.
- Restock bar and glassware as required, maintaining inventory sheet.
- Accept and perform additional tasks as required for optimal performance of the restaurant.
- Actively represent and promote Pearle Hospitality’s core values within the workplace.
- Act as an ambassador of the Ancaster Mill and Pearle Hospitality.
- Follow company policies and procedures as defined and outlined by Pearle Hospitality.
- Follow all Health and Safety standards to ensure a safe work environment for all guests and team members.
- Adhere to all cleanliness and sanitization practices.
- Maintain professional appearance and act with integrity and honesty.

**Advantages to being part of the Ancaster Mill team**:

- Competitive wages
- Discounts at all Pearle Hospitality properties (restaurants, hotels and spas)
- Training and Development to support personal & professional growth
- Career opportunities across all Pearle Hospitality properties
- A fun place to work with an amazing team & company culture
- Pearle Hospitality and affiliated companies, including Ancaster Mill, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the hiring manager._

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $20.55 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you presently or have you ever been employed by any affiliated Pearle Hospitality properties? If YES, List location (ETT: Bread Bars, The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Cambridge Mill, Elora Mill Hotel & Spa, Ancaster Mill, Spencer's At The Waterfront, Whistle Bear Golf Club)

**Experience**:

- Bartending: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Smart Serve (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-05-06