Restaurant Bartender

Are you energetic, personable, and passionate about crafting exceptional guest experiences? The Kingston Marriott Hotel is looking for a skilled Bartender who takes pride in delivering high-quality beverages, engaging service, and memorable moments for our guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy combining creativity with hospitality, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Easton's Group of Hotels is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, recognized for award-winning developments and a culture built on integrity, service, and growth. With a diverse portfolio across Ontario, we are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our guests and meaningful career opportunities for our associates.
Easton's team believes that excellence is achievable only in an environment that embraces and promotes Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

As part of the Marriott brand, we proudly deliver world-class hospitality backed by global standards, innovation, and care. Marriott offers exceptional training programs, professional development opportunities, and career mobility within one of the most respected hospitality brands worldwide.

• Competitive wages

• Health and dental benefits, RRSP options, and wellness days

• Endless discounts with brands such as Apple, Shell, Ninja, Shark, Dyson, PC Optimum, home and car insurance, and many more

• Marriott travel discounts worldwide

• Career growth opportunities within Marriott's international network

• A supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment

The Bartender prepares beverages and/or serves food promptly and courteously while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and consistency. This role plays a key part in creating an inviting atmosphere while maximizing guest satisfaction and revenue opportunities.

• Greet guests warmly as they approach the bar and promote house specialties using up-selling techniques to maximize revenue.

• Prepare beverages according to established pouring standards and drink recipes to ensure consistency and cost control.

• Coordinate food service with restaurant operations when applicable for bar and lounge guests.

• Monitor guest behaviour and alcohol consumption; ensure responsible service of alcohol and notify management of any incidents involving excessive consumption.

• Verify identification when the age of a guest requesting alcoholic beverages is in question.

• Alert management of any service or safety concerns and assist with service recovery to ensure guest satisfaction.

• Set up the bar with all required liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware, and supplies before service.

• Perform pre- and post-shift duties including replenishing stock, preparing garnishments, emptying/filling ice bins, and maintaining cleanliness.

• Requisition necessary supplies and maintain accurate inventory of unused liquor and beverages.

• Secure all liquor before, during, and at the end of the shift.

• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately; obtain, count, and secure bartender bank; balance cash drawer at the end of shift.

• Inspect bar area daily for cleanliness and ensure all equipment is functioning properly.

• Sweep, mop, and sanitize bar surfaces, counters, stools, chairs, tables, and equipment as required.

• Promote teamwork and quality service through effective communication with kitchen staff, servers, and management.

• Perform other duties as assigned while following all Company and Marriott Brand Standards.

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.

• Knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, glassware, preparation methods, and garnishments.

• Formal bartending training preferred.

• Must meet provincial legal age requirements.

• Fluent English required.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds (barware, bottles, carts, etc.).

• Ability to remain standing for extended periods.

• Frequent movement within the bar, lounge, kitchen, and other F&B areas.

• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting.

• Communication skills are frequently utilized when interacting with guests, servers, kitchen staff, and supervisors.

• Alcohol awareness certification and/or valid food handler certification as required by provincial regulations.

• Reading and writing abilities are used when taking orders, describing beverages, and completing documentation.

• Basic math skills are required for handling cash and credit transactions.

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Work Area: Bar, lounge, kitchen, and other F&B outlets.

• Follow all safe work procedures outlined in departmental policies, including the use of personal protective equipment.

• Comply with Occupational Health & Safety regulations in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ministry of Labour.

• Report all workplace injuries or illnesses immediately to a supervisor or manager.

• Participate in health and safety initiatives and bring forward concerns to the Joint Health and Safety Committee.

Easton's Group of Hotels and the Kingston Marriott are committed to fostering an accessible and inclusive workplace in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and during employment. We are dedicated to removing barriers and ensuring equal opportunity so that all individuals can fully participate and succeed in our workplace.