Lead Bartender

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Esplanade Restaurants Full time

**Job Overview**
We’re redefining cocktail culture with a speakeasy that blends **science and hospitality** - where house-made infusions meet precision service. Our bar program features Roto Vap, fat-washing, and other modern techniques to create unforgettable drinks.

**Your Role**

As our **Lead Bartender**, you’ll be the driving force behind our cocktail execution, working directly under our Beverage Manager to:

- **Craft & Prepare**: Batch, infuse, and carbonate house cocktails using techniques like **Rotovap, sous-vide, and clarification**:

- **Maintain Excellence**: Ensure drink consistency, proper prep levels, and efficient service flow
- **Train & Support**: Guide bartenders on recipes, technique, and guest engagement
- **Uphold Standards**: Follow inventory controls, minimize waste, and keep bar stations pristine
- **Elevate Guest Experience**: Engage customers with knowledgeable, polished service

**We’re Looking for Someone With**:

- **3+ years** in high-volume craft cocktail bars (knowledge of modern techniques required)
- Hands-on experience with **infusions, batching, and at least basic rotary evaporation**:

- Ability to work **quickly and precisely** during peak service
- **Smart Serve Certification** (required)
- Leadership skills - you enjoy mentoring others

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

Additional pay:

- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-11
Expected start date: 2025-07-14


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