Location: Gusto Caledon, Caledon, ON
Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time
About Us:
Gusto Caledon is a lively Italian restaurant and sports bar known for delicious food, great drinks, and exciting weekly events like karaoke, trivia, and poker nights. We're looking for a talented, energetic bartender who can also host and manage our poker nights, with the potential to grow into a supervisory role over time.
Job Summary:
This dual-role position is perfect for someone who's not only a skilled bartender but also confident in managing events and engaging with customers. The right candidate will have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and grow into a supervisory or shift lead position as the business expands.
Key Responsibilities:Bartending Duties:
- Prepare and serve drinks efficiently and professionally.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
- Provide exceptional customer service to guests.
- Handle cash, operate the POS system, and manage tabs.
- Ensure all alcohol service complies with Ontario regulations.
- Set up and run weekly Poker Night events (e.g., Texas Hold'em).
- Welcome and register players, explain rules when needed.
- Ensure smooth, fair, and friendly gameplay.
- Promote the event and encourage return visits.
- Opportunity to train for and step into a Supervisor or Shift Lead role.
- Assist with training new staff, opening/closing procedures, and daily operations.
- Help organize and manage additional events and promotions.
- 3+ years of bartending experience in a busy environment.
- Experience hosting poker or similar events is a strong asset.
- Smart Serve Certification (Ontario) required.
- Friendly, outgoing personality with leadership potential.
- Excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.
- Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.
- Competitive hourly wage + tips.
- Supportive and fun team atmosphere.
- Staff discounts and event incentives.
- A path for career growth within the business.
Email your resume and a short note about your bartending and poker/event experience to [email protected] or apply in person at Gusto Caledon.