Company DescriptionA fresh culinary experience is coming to CF Toronto Eaton Centre with the arrival of Queen’s Cross, a new chef-driven dining concept created in partnership with Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality (O&B). Slated to open in spring 2024, Queen’s Cross will transform 19,000 square feet of the south side of the shopping centre into a modern-day food emporium with seating to accommodate 300 guests. Featuring a carefully curated collection of 15 unique food stalls along with a bar and café, the new concept offers exciting, high-quality and meaningful food experiences that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of downtown Toronto.What's in it for you?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 largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova ScotiaJob DescriptionYou’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 requiredQualificationsSmartServe 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 availabilityAdditional Information We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini; 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.
