Bartender - Hotel

Job Summary
The Bartender provides exceptional beverage service by preparing and serving drinks, delivering outstanding guest experiences, and maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming bar environment while following responsible alcohol service and resort standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and service standards.
• Provide outstanding guest service by engaging with guests in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner.
• Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with liquor laws and responsible beverage service practices.
• Accurately process orders and payments using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar, including replenishing liquor, beer, wine, glassware, garnishes, and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of stock shortages or ordering needs.
• Prepare garnishes, mixes, and other bar ingredients to ensure efficient service.
• Follow all food safety, health, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Handle guest concerns professionally and resolve service issues promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with servers, kitchen staff, and fellow bartenders to ensure seamless service during peak periods.
• Perform opening and closing duties, including cash reconciliation, cleaning, and securing the bar area.
• Maintain knowledge of current beverage menus, seasonal promotions, and resort events to provide recommendations and enhance the guest experience.
• Contribute to a positive team environment while supporting resort standards of excellence.
• Other duties assigned

 Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a restaurant, resort, hotel, or hospitality environment is preferred.
• Valid Serve It Right Saskatchewan (SIRS) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling cash and processing transactions.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Dakota Dunes Resort is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Employment Equity Opportunity
This position is part of a dedicated employment equity initiative. We strongly encourage candidates from Whitecap Dakota Nation and other Indigenous communities—including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit—to apply. If you wish to be considered under this initiative, please self-identify in your application.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation
At Dakota Dunes Resort, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

We acknowledge that we are on treaty land. These treaties serve to govern our relationships with Indigenous people. We come together today on Treaty 6 territory, which is the traditional territory of the Cree, Saulteaux, Stoney Nakota, Dakota peoples. We also acknowledge the traditional homeland of the Metis and honor their contributions.

It is important that we recognize that we all have benefits and responsibilities under these agreements. We acknowledge the harms and injustices of the past and present. We dedicate our efforts to working together in a spirit of collaboration and reconciliation. We are all treaty people.