Lead Bartender

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe. With opportunities across the Resort in both guest facing and behind the scenes roles, we have something for everyone.
Some of our guest facing opportunities include working on the Food and Beverage or Recreation and Leisure teams. Our Guest Services and Shuttle teams, or the FH Fine Food and Starbucks teams are also great opportunities to be in guest facing roles. During the summer months you could join the Marina or the Nest Golf Club.
If you are looking for a job that ensures the fundamental operations of our Resort run smoothly and typically work away from guests, our Culinary, Security, Maintenance, Landscaping, and Housekeeping teams would be a great fit for you.
Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort.
Colleague Perks
- Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
- Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
- Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
- Group medical and dental benefit coverage*
- Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans*
- Employee Assistance Program and free Headspace membership
- Exclusive Friday Harbour corporate partner discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Colleague events and appreciation activities

Role Summary
Reporting to the Food and Beverage leadership team, this position is primarily responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic beverages to guests. The Lead Bartender’s must know standard drink recipes and mix them quickly and accurately. The Lead Bartender will also be responsible for opening and closing the restaurant and are required to delegate tasks to the team. The Lead Server is also responsible for assisting with liquor control procedures.

**Responsibilities**:

- Responsible on a scheduled basis overseeing the opening and closing of the restaurant
- Lead shift briefings and delegate tasks to associates including section assignments, bill discrepancies and cash remittances
- Prepare drink orders for guests per specified recipes using measuring systems
- Collaborate with the Food and Beverage leadership team to develop and carry out ideas and procedures to continuously improve department performance
- Work with the leadership team to ensure that associates are trained and clearly understand their job roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations
- Address guest concerns, requests or issues
- Issue, open and serve wine/champagne bottles
- Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tables and other tools
- Prepare fresh garnishes for drinks
- Stock ice, glassware and paper supplies and wash soiled glassware and utensils
- Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables and place in designated area
- Anticipate and communicate replenishment needs
- Process all payment methods
- Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets and storage areas
- Take guest food orders as needed and accurately serve guests seated at the bar
- Stock the bar by bringing liquor bottles, mixed drink ingredients and other bar supplies from the storeroom to the bar
- Remove empty bottles and trash and replace empty beer kegs
- Check identification of customers to make sure they meet age requirements
- Monitor, maintain and order liquor and bar supplies
- Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
- Welcome and acknowledge every guest with a smile, eye contact and a friendly verbal greeting using the guests’ names when possible
- Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
- Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
- Other duties as assigned
- **Requirements**:

- Smart Serve certification
- At least three year of related work experience
- An interest in wine and cocktail service
- Knowledge of basic sanitation controls and purpose and use of cleaning supplies
- Must possess excellent customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions
- Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
- Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
- Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift
- Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling
- Move over sloping, uneven or slippery surfaces

Join our team and make every day feel like Friday.
- Friday Harbour is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Friday Harbour is also committed to providin