Company Description
A 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 membership
Employee Assistance Program
50% dining discount for all O&B 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, and Quebec.
Job Description
Our 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 enthusiasm
You’re aware of your surroundings and offer a helping hand to all guests whenever needed
You’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 offerings
You’re a fun time! Guest want to come back and sit at your bar time and time again
You 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 seriously
You’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 urgency
You take ownership of your bar and check and maintain beer keg and liquor levels, take inventory and assist manager with inventory ordering
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
Valid SmartServe Certified
Proven experience as a bartender for at least 6 months
Enrolled or completed a Hospitality, Food & Beverage and/or Special Events Program is an asset
Wine, beer and cocktail knowledge is required.
WSET preferred but not required
Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service
Ability to multi-task
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
Full availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
Legally authorized to work in Canada
Additional 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.
