Bartender — Civil Works
Location: Civil Works, 50 Brant Street, Toronto
About Civil Works
Civil Works is a cocktail bar located inside the Waterworks Food Hall at 50 Brant Street in downtown Toronto. Since opening, we've been recognized as one of the leading cocktail bars in North America.
Our accolades include:
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North America's 50 Best Bars (2025 debut, 2026)
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Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award (2025)
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Canada's 100 Best Bars, No. 32 (2025)
Civil Works is part of the Tributary Hospitality group, alongside Civil Liberties and Third Place Toronto.
The Role
We are hiring a high-level bartender to execute behind our bar at volume. This is a craft role with serious technical demands. Our Bar Manager runs the program alongside our hospitality manager; what we need from you is exceptional execution, hospitality at the bar, and the ability to lift the team around you.
If you are a bartender in Toronto on a path of creating a name for yourself instead of your team, this job is not for you.
How to Apply
Apply directly through Indeed. Direct messages and emails will not be responded to. Candidates with the appropriate background and experience will be contacted to schedule an in-person interview and stage.
What to bring to your interview:
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Physical copy of your resume
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Copy of your Smart Serve certification
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Government-issued ID
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Your availability
Requirements:
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Valid Smart Serve certification
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4+ years of bartending experience in a high-volume craft cocktail bar
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Proven ability to execute chit times under 5 minutes without sacrificing quality
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Strong technical execution: speed, consistency, balance, and presentation under volume
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Working knowledge of the Toronto hospitality and cocktail industry, including current operators, programs, and trends
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Demonstrated knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits categories, and modern technique
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Able to stand for 8-hour shifts and lift 40 lbs
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Minimum 4 days of availability per week, including weekends
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Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
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Willing to participate in industry events and Toronto industry education sessions
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Personal commitment to ongoing self-directed learning in spirits, cocktails, service, and personal development on your own time as part of the role
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Open to feedback and continued growth at the bar, regardless of experience level coming in
Key Responsibilities:
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Execute the cocktail menu to spec at high volume, holding chit times under 5 minutes without dropping quality
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Deliver genuine, polished hospitality to every guest at the bar
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Manage your station: prep, mise en place, stock levels, and cleanliness throughout service
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Teach and support the bartenders, barbacks, and servers around you, raising the floor for the whole team
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Collaborate with the Bar Manager on execution and follow the program as set
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Contribute constructively to team tastings and training when invited
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Uphold the standards that keep Civil Works on the world's best bar lists
Qualifications:
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Proven track record bartending in high-volume craft cocktail programs
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Speed and consistency are non-negotiable; you can prove both
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Hospitable, humble, and team-first by default
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Genuine passion for the craft and a clear commitment to personal development
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Goal-oriented with a long-term view of your career in the industry
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Strong palate and the ability to articulate flavour, balance, and technique
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Composed under pressure with excellent multitasking ability
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Flexible availability across evenings, weekends, and holidays
Compensation: Tips distributed weekly electronically, pay hourly, discounts at the hall on food, 4% vacation pay paid out each pay cycle.
Benefits:
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Casual dress
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Company events
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Discounted or free food
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Flexible schedule
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On-site gym
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On-site parking
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Store discount
