Server/bartender - Fine Dining, Wine Service & Indian Cuisine Expertise Required

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Aamara Full time

At **Aamara**, we deliver a modern Indian fine dining experience, blending North and South Indian culinary traditions with refined cocktails and curated wine service. We are expanding our hours and seeking a polished **Server/Bartender** with the skills, knowledge, and professionalism to elevate our guest experience.

**Please do not apply** if you do **not** have:

- Fine dining serving experience
- Professional bar & cocktail experience
- Wine service experience (including recommendations & pairings)
- Knowledge of North and South Indian food

**What We’re Looking For**
- **Fine Dining Service Skills** - Elegant, attentive table service with an understanding of multi-course pacing.
- **Wine Knowledge** - Confident in wine service, pairings, bottle presentation, and recommendations.
- **Bartending & Mixology Expertise** - Skilled in crafting classic and contemporary cocktails with consistency.
- **Indian Cuisine Knowledge** - Familiarity with North & South Indian dishes, flavors, and ingredients to guide guests.
- **Customer Experience Focus** - Warm, engaging, and professional demeanor.
- **Team Player** - Collaborates effectively with kitchen and front-of-house staff.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provide fine dining service, including wine and beverage pairings for Indian cuisine.
- Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, and specialty drinks to the highest standard.
- Guide guests through our menu with knowledge of dishes, spice levels, and regional influences.
- Present, pour, and recommend wines, ensuring proper serving techniques.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in both bar and service areas.
- Upsell premium menu items and beverages to enhance the guest experience.
- Handle POS transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Assist with inventory control for bar and wine stock.

**Qualifications**
- **Required**:

- Minimum 1 year fine dining server experience
- Minimum 1 year professional bartending experience
- Wine service experience (recommendations, pairings, bottle service)
- Knowledge of North & South Indian cuisine
- Smart Serve certification
- **Assets**:

- Mixology training or cocktail development background
- WSET or other wine certifications

**Compensation**: $17.20/hr + tips

**Benefits**:

- Staff meals & discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities to grow wine, cocktail, and cuisine expertise

**Join Our Team**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.20 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule

**Experience**:

- Food service: 1 year (required)
- Bartending: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Smart Serve (required)

Work Location: In person

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