Bartender

Job summary

The bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages while maintaining cleanliness and inventory standards. They must also handle payments and collaborate with event and kitchen teams to ensure smooth service during functions.

Job details

Company Description Da Vinci Centre is a community-focused event and hospitality venue located in Thunder Bay, ON. The centre hosts a variety of social, cultural, and private events, providing guests with a welcoming and professionally managed environment. Its food and beverage services support banquets, celebrations, and gatherings of different sizes and styles. Team members work collaboratively to deliver memorable experiences for guests while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and safety. Role Description The Bartender is a part-time, on-site role based at Da Vinci Centre in Thunder Bay, ON. This role is responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, following recipes and smart serve service guidelines. The Bartender will handle cash and electronic payments and follow opening and closing procedures. Additional responsibilities include setting up and stocking the bar, maintaining cleanliness, monitoring inventory, complying with health and safety regulations, and collaborating with the event and kitchen teams to support smooth service during functions. Qualifications Strong Customer Service and Communication skills to interact professionally with guests and team members. Knowledge of Food & Beverage service, including drink preparation, menu familiarity, and safe handling practices. Proficiency in Cash Handling and point-of-sale systems to process payments accurately and efficiently. Demonstrated Bartending skills, including mixology basics, drink presentation, and responsible alcohol service. Valid Smart Serve. Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry supplies, and work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules. Attention to detail, reliability, and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Previous experience in a bar, restaurant, or event venue is an asset but not strictly required. Available for both scheduled shifts arranged in advance and day-to-day operational needs, with flexibility to adjust availability when required.

What you’ll do

The bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages while maintaining cleanliness and inventory standards. They must also handle payments and collaborate with event and kitchen teams to ensure smooth service during functions.

Requirements

Candidates must possess strong customer service skills and a valid Smart Serve certification. Previous experience in a bar or restaurant is considered an asset, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends is required.

Listed skills

• Point-of-sale systems · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Cash handling · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Bartending · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer Service
• Communication
• Bartending
• Mixology
• Cash Handling
• Point-of-sale systems
• Inventory management
• Food and beverage service
• Health and safety compliance
• Drink preparation
• Smart Serve

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service & Support