Bartender

Who We Are:

The Hatching Post Saloon & Smokery, located in the heart of wine country in West Kelowna, is a hustling, bustling watering hole for weary travellers featuring authentic Texas-style BBQ and in-house brewed Craft Beer. The quality of food and drinks is only matched by our unique saloon atmosphere.

We are now hiring Bartenders to add to our growing team. Our quickly growing company has plenty of opportunities for anyone looking for training, development and a career in restaurants and hospitality.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide excellent customer service and create a welcoming atmosphere for guests
• Take drink orders and serve beverages in a timely manner
• Prepare and mix a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to recipes
• Check identification to ensure legal drinking age and refuse service to intoxicated customers
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area
• Handle cash transactions and process payments accurately
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including restocking supplies and cleaning equipment
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth operation of the bar
• Provide exceptional customer service and elevate guest experience through fun, engaging and meaningful conversations with guests.
• Display your love for food and drinks through exceptional menu and product knowledge.
• Be a problem solver and a supportive team player.
• Tackle problems through multi-tasking and communication with other services, bartenders and Back of House.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience in bartending or a similar role is preferred
• Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and practices
• Ability to handle food and beverages safely and follow health and safety regulations
• Proficient in cash handling procedures
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with a diverse range of customers
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems for order processing
• Basic math skills for calculating bills, making change, and managing inventory
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of different types of alcoholic beverages, cocktails, and their preparation methods
• Understanding of restaurant operations and willingness to assist in other areas as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance
• Employee discount
• Mentorship programs
• In-house hospitality and culinary training programs
• Leadership programs

Schedule

• Must be available on Weekends, Evenings and Holidays
• 4-5 shifts per week