About this role
PRE-OPENING TEAM
Bartender
Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel | Toronto, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-time
Savour Life?s Journey with a Career at Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel
Located in downtown Toronto, our new 223 room hotel will feature multiple restaurants, bars, a spa, and approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space. Join our opening culinary team and help create memorable dining and event experiences for our guests.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, the Bartender prepares and serves beverages with precision and care, creating a welcoming bar experience while supporting restaurant service and responsible alcohol service. During pre-opening, this role will participate in training, outlet or event setup and opening-readiness activities while learning Le Méridien and Marriott service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome guests, take orders and recommend cocktails, wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic options.
- Prepare beverages consistently using approved recipes, measures and presentation standards.
- Provide attentive bar service and prepare drink orders for the restaurant team promptly.
- Follow responsible alcohol service procedures, check identification and refer service concerns to management.
- Communicate allergies and dietary requests and follow safe ingredient-handling procedures.
- Prepare garnishes, mixers and bar mise en place before service.
- Enter orders, prepare accurate bills and process payments and room charges in accordance with hotel procedures.
- Replenish stock, assist with inventory counts and monitor beverage waste, breakages and product rotation.
- Maintain a clean, organized bar, including glassware, equipment and storage areas.
- Complete opening and closing duties, secure stock as directed and report equipment issues or guest concerns.
- Participate in pre-opening training, cocktail tastings, bar setup and service rehearsals.
Qualifications and Experience
- Previous bartending experience in an upscale restaurant, bar or full-service hotel is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Valid Smart Serve certification.
- Ability to prepare drinks consistently and manage multiple orders during busy periods.
- Experience with point-of-sale systems, cash handling and beverage inventory procedures.
- Professional communication skills, sound judgment and a guest-focused approach.
- Ability to perform the duties of the role, including standing for extended periods, reaching, bending and lifting and carrying beverage stock, glassware and bar supplies, with accommodation where required.
- Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays, based on operational needs.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to join the opening team of a new hotel in downtown Toronto.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Marriott hotel travel benefits, subject to eligibility and company policy.
- A collaborative, inclusive and guest-focused work environment.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter.
Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada.
Position Status: This posting is for a current job opening.
Pay: $22.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Work Location: In person