Company DescriptionThe Dorset brings elevated British cooking and cocktails to Toronto’s King West neighbourhood. Inspired by Executive Chef Ryan Lister’s southwest English roots, The Dorset features both a buzzing main floor bar and proper streetside patio, as well as a refined upstairs dining room for a premium à la carte experience. Alongside exceptional contemporary U.K. fare, The Dorset's high-end bar program serves superior gin cocktails, fine Scotch, seasonally inspired craft ales and recognizable French wines. We enthusiastically welcome seasoned, energetic and passionate individuals to apply to join our team today!The Day to Day:Gratuity Sharing Discounted gym membershipEmployee Assistance Program50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guestsEmployee referral programTraining and development opportunitiesAccess to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverageO&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!Job DescriptionOur Bartenders 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 Bartender 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.The Day to Day:You’re a pro at first impressions and welcome each guest warmly and with enthusiasmYou’re aware of your surroundings and offer a helping hand to all guests whenever neededYou’re enthusiastic about our offerings and share your menu knowledgeable in order to make best recommendations You have an strong working knowledgeable of cocktails, wine and beer and love sharing fun facts about our offeringsYou’re a fun time! Guest want to come back and sit at your bar time and time againYou value accuracy and organization when it comes to maintain guest tabs, ordering food, and pre setting guest up before food arrives.You love to go above and beyond for special requests or celebration and take food preferences and guest allergies seriouslyYou’re a team player and respectfully communicate to all other staff and managers to ensure a smooth service.You’re able to move around the restaurant with focused urgencyYou take ownership of your bar and check and maintain beer keg and liquor levels, take inventory and assist manager with inventory orderingOther duties as assigned or requiredQualificationsSmart Serve CertifiedProven experience as a bartender for at least 6 monthsEnrolled or completed a Hospitality, Food & Beverage and/or Special Events Program is an assetWine, beer and cocktail knowledge is required.WSET preferred but not requiredPassion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer serviceAbility to multi-taskStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to stand for long periods of time and able to lift and move beer kegs, liquor and wine boxesFull availability Additional Information We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. 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.
