Mixologist/ Cocktail Bartender

**Company Description**
Located at The Well — the city’s newest destination for living, working, shopping and dining — La Plume offers unruffled Southern French fare in Toronto’s bustling King West neighbourhood. Taking inspiration from timeless French classics with a focus on rotisserie-style cooking, La Plume’s menu of expertly crafted tartares, truffle stuffed chicken and handcrafted cocktails is a match for foodies, local residents, and the corporate crowd alike. A hot spot for weekend brunch, al fresco dining, and evening drinks, La Plume oozes charm and sophistication at every turn.

**What's in it for you?**
- Gratuity Sharing
- Discounted gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- 50% dining discount for all O&B and Freehand locations for you and up to 3 guests
- Employee referral program
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
- O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia

Our mixologists take pride in their food, wine and spirit knowledge. They build relationships with their guests and are often asked for by name. They display natural showmanship, have great communication skills and an eye for detail. A mixologist receives beverage orders and makes beverages in a timely and efficient manner maintaining all O&B standards. They also communicate beverage descriptions and modifications with team members to ensure guests receive their requested beverage.

We are looking for someone with a solid bartending background, in-depth knowledge of classic cocktails, a desire to create signature drinks, decent wine knowledge and a flair for entertaining to join our already exemplary team.

**The Day to Day**:

- Create a positive guest experience through interaction and adherence to the steps of service
- Propensity for the creation and ideation side of cocktailing, assisting with cocktail menu creation and development
- Ability to create syrups, infusions and tinctures to specification
- Adhering to bar prep schedule and maintaining par levels at all times
- Knowledgeable of all food and beverage items in order to make recommendations
- Promptly receive drink order chits and pour all beverages according to O&B standards
- Present beverages in a clear and organized manner at the service bar pick up area
- Communicate beverage descriptions, specials and information to guests and team members
- Setup and take apart bar area, dishwasher and cappuccino machine
- Stock and maintain all bar products including mis en place
- Check and maintain beer keg and liquor levels
- Count and take inventory of all beverages and supplies and assist manager with inventory ordering
- Be aware of any special requests, inclusive of guest allergies
- Other duties as assigned or required

**Qualifications**
- SmartServe Certified
- Proficient in English
- A Degree/ Diploma in Hospitality or equivalent considered an asset
- Experience with cocktail batching an asset
- At least 2 years bartending experience in a similar environment
- Impeccable wine, beer and classic cocktail knowledge
- Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service
- Ability to multi-task and be a strong lounge server
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift and move beer kegs, liquor and wine boxes

**Additional Information**

**Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment**

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.