Bartender/server, Aloette

**Aloette Spadina is hiring a passionate & experienced Server/Bartender dual role to join our team. Experience in a similar restaurant is a strong asset.**

**Scheduling availability for brunches, lunches, and dinners is a strong asset. This is a part time role.**
- Aloette, like its sister restaurants, Alo and Alobar, aims to be the best in its class. We look globally for our standards, but are focused on capturing our neighborhood’s attention. As with all restaurants in the Alo Food Group, we are in the regulars business, offering our guests a continuing relationship in a venue where the food’s integrity is met by a zeal for hospitality. Our approach to guest relations is just this: give them no reason to go anywhere else._
- Aloette invests in people. We offer our employees a culture of excellence and constant progression, where all look forward to coming to work and take pride in what they do. And we think long term. No shortcuts. Such a culture is not for everyone, for, as the philosopher Spinoza says, “All things excellent are as difficult as they are rare.” But those who buy into what we do find a bona fide sense of accomplishment._

Servers / Bartenders are the first to establish a connection and relationship with our guests. They fully understand that the guest experience is of the utmost importance. Their role is to guide guests through our menu with correct, comprehensive knowledge of the dishes, cocktails and wines that Aloette offers. Servers take ownership of their tables. They communicate as much as possible with the kitchen and fellow team members in order to give the guest the best possible experience. Servers/Bartenders never show signs of distress, they are gracious and genuine at all times. The following duties are expected of our Servers and Bartenders at Aloette:
**Skills and Qualifications**
- Ability to stand, walk and maneuver for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40lbs
- Positive attitude and a passion for providing excellent guest experiences
- Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
- Organized with an acute attention to detail
- Prepare beverages for guests with integrity and passion, including coffee and espresso based beverages
- Prepare all ingredients to par levels ahead of service (fresh juices, syrups, batches, etc.)
- Ensure bar stations and fridges are kept clean and organized throughout service
- Assist the Bar Manager with signature cocktail creation and menu testing
- Have first contact with the chef and management regarding allergies or specific menu modifications
- Ensure all guests received their beverages within a timely manner
- Ensure orders are accurately punched in via POS, and bills are correct before presenting to the guest
- Clean and reset cutlery and plates at the bar between courses
- Close down the bar after all guests leave, completing closing checklists
- Ensure payments are taken correctly and reports are accurate for management
- Running food
- Suggesting and serving wine with knowledge and confidence
- Updating guests notes in the reservations system, noting preferences and meaningful information about new and returning guests
- Adding personal touches to ensure emotional connection with guests (celebrations are noted, guests preferences are remembered, etc.) and seeking opportunities to exceed guest’s expectations
- Ensure wine and spirits are properly stored after service, (bottles are wiped, bottles are married, and empty bottles removed)
- Assist the dining room team in all service related duties as time allows
- Other duties as assigned

It is integral to communicate and work in tandem with the team to ensure that guests’ needs are delivered in a timely manner.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $17.20 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Store discount
- Wellness program

Application question(s):

- What is your weekly availability?

**Experience**:

- Restaurant: 2 years (required)
- Bartending: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Smart Serve (required)

Work Location: In person