Casual Part Time Weekend Server / Bartender

Elora Distilling Company is an award winning grain to glass distillery located in picturesque Elora, Ontario founded in 2020. We ferment, distill, blend, and package on site a variety of premium spirits and liqueurs with an emphasis on using local ingredients whenever possible. In 4 short years, we have won multiple awards for the quality of our spirits and our contributions to local tourism and culture.

The Elora Distilling Company is hiring a Casual Part Time server/bartender with weekend availability who has a passion for spirits and cocktail culture. This position has potential to grow into a full time position as we move into our busy summer season and is ideal for a candidate with weekend availability looking to supplement their existing income. At the distillery, we have created an inviting space where guests can enjoy a cocktail in the Royal Room or at the King George Bar Patio and attend cocktail classes, tours, and events.

Successful candidates will:

• Have experience in a full service hospitality setting (minimum 1 year experience preferred but not necessary)
• Have interest in spirits production, cocktails, and gourmet food
• Be passionate about providing an outstanding guest experience
• Be a highly motivated individual who seeks personal growth and learning opportunities
• Value teamwork
• Be Smart Serve Certified
• Have excellent communication skills with an ability to engage a diverse audience
• Have the ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
• Be of legal drinking age (19+)

Responsibilities include:

• Serving and preparing cocktails and small eats for guests
• Assist with daily bar and retail inventory
• Managing a till
• Assisting with executing reservations, cocktail classes, and events
• Daily cleaning and organizational tasks
• Selling manufactured on site spirits products
• Potentially representing Elora Distilling Company at Farmer’s Markets and other outside events

Schedule:

• This position is Part Time casual
• Weekend and holiday availability a must

Compensation: $17 per hour, raises to $20 per hour after three months

Benefits:

• Spirits and merchandise allowance
• Staff discount on merchandise
• Casual dress
• Staff discount on food

Elora Distilling Company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All candidates are considered based on individual qualifications and job requirements without regard to race, religion, age, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/family status, or disability.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Elora, ON N0B 1S0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• serving or bartending: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In person