Bartender- Toridori

Company Description

Manifesting chefs’ love affairs with East Asia’s diverse repertoire of noodle creations, Toridori will be downtown Halifax’s go-to spot for pho, ramen, laksa, lo mein, curry, and more.

In addition to these mainstays, Toridori will serve a clever cross-section of globally inspired small plates for snacking and sharing.

Valuing quality above all else, Toridori’s chefs take pride in their technique, presentation, and attention to detail, using only the best ingredients available.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuity Sharing
• Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
• 50% Dining Discount for all Freehand locations
• Employee Referral Program
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage

Job Description

Our Bartenders take pride in their food, wine and spirit knowledge. They build relationships with their guests and are often asked for by name.

They display natural showmanship, have great communication skills and an eye for detail. A Bartender receives beverage orders and makes beverages in a timely and efficient manner maintaining all Freehand standards.

They also communicate beverage descriptions and modifications with team members to ensure guests receive their requested beverage.

THE DAY to DAY :

• You’re a pro at first impressions and welcome each guest warmly and with enthusiasm
• You’re aware of your surroundings and offer a helping hand to all guests whenever needed
• You’re enthusiastic about our offerings and share your menu knowledgeable in order to make best recommendations
• You have an strong working knowledgeable of cocktails, wine and beer and love sharing fun facts about our offerings
• You’re a fun time! Guest want to come back and sit at your bar time and time again
• You value accuracy and organization when it comes to maintain guest tabs, ordering food, and pre setting guest up before food arrives.
• You love to go above and beyond for special requests or celebration and take food preferences and guest allergies seriously
• You’re a team player and respectfully communicate to all other staff and managers to ensure a smooth service.
• You’re able to move around the restaurant with focused urgency
• You take ownership of your bar and check and maintain beer keg and liquor levels, take inventory and assist manager with inventory ordering
• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Provincial Liquor certification
• Proven experience as a bartender for at least 6 months
• Enrolled or completed a Hospitality, Food & Beverage and / or Special Events Program is an asset
• Wine, beer and cocktail knowledge is required.
• WSET preferred but not required
• Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift and move beer kegs, liquor and wine boxes
• Full availability

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