WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re on the hunt for a fun, creative, and passionate Mid-shift Bartender to join our B&F team! If you’ve got a passion for craft cocktails, good vibes, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences, this could be your perfect gig. This is a permanent full-time position, offering $15.50 an hour plus tips, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB
Welcome to HALO Bistro | Bar—Edmonton’s hotspot for those craving a trendy, upscale dining vibe. With a blend of traditional favorites and locally-inspired dishes, HALO serves up a truly unique dining experience infused with urban culture and modern flair.
As a Bartender at HALO, you’ll be mixing up more than just drinks—you’ll be curating the best guest experience. You’ll help ensure that every guest leaves with a memorable experience, serving up great drinks, good vibes, and exceptional service!
- Start your shift like a pro! As the day bartender, you’ll check liquor inventory against the previous night’s requisitions. If there are any discrepancies, you’ll be the first to alert the beverage manager. Night bartenders? You'll be the superstar who keeps the bar stocked and ready to roll by requisitioning liquor according to par sheets.
- Stay on point! Never leave the bar area unless you’ve got backup from a manager, supervisor, or another bartender to keep the flow going smoothly.
- Teamwork is key! Assist night bar attendant with mopping floors and general sanitation to include; speed rails, counters, melting ice in bins and wiping all stainless.
- Have all the essentials on hand: Renaissance-standard recipes, operating procedures, sanitation checklists, and any other paperwork that keeps things running smoothly.
- Guard the bar! Night bartenders will be responsible for bar security and loss prevention during their shifts, ensuring everything stays safe and accounted for.
- Get prepped for service! You’ll be responsible for setting up the bar, unlocking liquor, icing, arranging glassware, juices, and garnishes, so everything is ready for a smooth service.
- Keep it flowing. Take drink orders from servers efficiently and in the proper order to ensure the service bar is running at full speed for our guests.
- Double-check and serve! Always red-line drink orders to confirm the correct number of drinks and pricing. No drinks are made without a pre-rung guest check—accuracy is key!
- Follow the playbook! Stick to Renaissance-standard recipes and use a jigger every time to make perfect cocktails.
- Deliver hospitality like a pro! Serve guests promptly and with a smile, whether you’re at the front bar or service bar, ensuring they enjoy top-notch food and beverages with style.
- Take pride in every detail. From drink presentation to maintaining cleanliness, display professionalism, and take ownership of your space and service quality.
- Bring your A-game. Follow the Beverage Department SOPs, adhere to Bartender Do’s and Don’ts, and be the bartender who stands out for impeccable service, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine passion for hospitality!
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
At our hotel, we believe in taking care of our team members just as much as we take care of our guests. That's why we offer a fun and exciting range of benefits that are sure to keep you happy, healthy, and well-fed.
First up, we've got travel perks! As a Bartender, you'll have the opportunity to travel to other hotels in our chain and experience different cities and cultures – at a steep discount for you and your friends & family. Who knows, you might even get to create a drink or two inspired by your travels!
But we don't just feed your wanderlust - we also feed your appetite. Our chefs whip up delicious staff meals every day, so you can fuel up for a busy night of shaking, stirring, and serving. And if you're feeling peckish outside of meal times, no problem - with on-demand pay, you can treat yourself to a snack whenever you want.
But the perks don't stop there. We're committed to helping our team members grow and thrive, which is why we offer an in-house management training program. Whether you're looking to move up the ranks or just brush up on your skills, we've got you covered.
And when it's time to let loose and have some fun, we've got you covered there too. Our quarterly work events are unlike anything you've ever experienced. Plus, you'll enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks for you and your friends at our HALO Bar|Bistro, so you can always have a good time without breaking the bank. And of course, you'll be working with an award-winning team that's dedicated to making our customers' night unforgettable.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONSIDERED
A service bartender must possess the following qualifications:
- Guest satisfaction awareness and attitude.
- Impeccable standards of appearance.
- Honesty and integrity above reproach.
- Able to accept constructive critique.
- Able and willing to perform basic cleaning duties.
- Strong commitment to the job.
- Technical beverage knowledge and expertise
- Passion for mixology
Required: ProServe Certification