Bartender - Flato Markham Theatre at City of Markham

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4 th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Since its opening in 1984, Flato Markham Theatre for Performing Arts is truly a gem in the City of Markham. Its recent financial successes and positive feedback from audiences, have stormed the community with a variety of widely attended programs. Featuring the best in professional performances, Flato Markham Theatre has incorporated itself into the community and educational presentations. With almost 300 live performances each year, the Theatre is busier now more than it has ever been. Live theatre, concerts, comedy shows and family entertainment is an ever changing array of performing arts are featured. Flato Markham Theatre continues to honour respected artists and their Canadian talent in series of performances, globally acclaimed artists, GTA Premieres and Exclusive Presentations are all offered throughout the season.

Applications are now being accepted for the temporary part-time Bartender position at the Flato Markham Theatre, in the Economic Growth, Culture and Entrepreneurship Department of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer . To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online by November 17, 2025.

Hours of Work: This is a temporary part-time position that would require a minimum availability of up to three shifts per week. The majority of shifts occur in the evenings, weekends and holidays with the occasional shift during the day.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Job Summary

Responsible to provide courteous, fast bartender service to patrons of the Flato Markham Theatre and at receptions. Ensure excellent customer service and lobby concession operations when selling beverages and food. Ensures that patrons are served within legal consumption and age regulations.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for cash float and keys
• Set up and take down of bar and concession
• Cleans prior, during and after events and occasional receptions
• Stocks inventory
• Runs reports and records sales
• General bartending duties at discretion of house manager
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum age of 19 years old
• High School Diploma required
• Strong experience with cash handling
• Prior experience in customer service area preferred
• Previous experience serving customers is required
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Sensitivity to interact with a diversity of Theatre patrons in a courteous and efficient manner
• Smart Serve certification
• Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’
• Additional languages is an asset
• Vulnerable Sector Screening letters will be required
  
  
  

CORE BEHAVIOURS

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example
  
  
  

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

We thank all applicants who have applied. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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