Dinner Bartender
Full Time • Cecilia
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
PM Bartender – Cecilia (NW Hospitality Group)
Join a growing team with a passion for genuine hospitality, craft cocktails, and Northwest cuisine.
Join a growing team with a passion for genuine hospitality, craft cocktails, and Northwest cuisine.
Cecilia, part of the NW Hospitality Group—home to Amaro’s Table and Gustav’s—has been serving standout Northwest-inspired cuisine and thoughtful cocktails in the heart of downtown Vancouver since 2023. Known for its warm and beautiful atmosphere, scratch kitchen, and beverage program rooted in creativity and balance, Cecilia has quickly become one of Vancouver’s favorite destinations for genuine hospitality and exceptional dining.
We’re currently looking for an experienced and passionate Bartender to join our team for Happy Hour and Dinner shifts.
About Cecilia
At Cecilia, we celebrate the bounty of the Pacific Northwest with seasonal menus, refined plating, and a beverage program that highlights classic technique and innovative spirit. Our bar is built on a foundation of precision and creativity—featuring timeless cocktails with unique twists, rotating specials, and a curated backbar with a focus on amari, wine and regional spirits. Above all, we take pride in creating experiences that feel both elevated and welcoming.
What We're Looking For
1. Proven Excellence
You have a strong track record in elevated service and hospitality. You create memorable guest experiences with confidence, poise, and authenticity.
You have a strong track record in elevated service and hospitality. You create memorable guest experiences with confidence, poise, and authenticity.
2. Culinary Acumen
You understand food and wine pairings and can confidently guide guests through a seasonally inspired menu.
You understand food and wine pairings and can confidently guide guests through a seasonally inspired menu.
3. Beverage Knowledge
You’re well-versed in classic and modern cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer. You know how to listen to a guest’s preferences and recommend something they’ll love—especially when it comes to exploring new flavors or amari.
You’re well-versed in classic and modern cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer. You know how to listen to a guest’s preferences and recommend something they’ll love—especially when it comes to exploring new flavors or amari.
4. Communication & Connection
You collaborate well with others and engage guests in a genuine, thoughtful way. You bring positivity to every shift and help foster a team-focused environment.
You collaborate well with others and engage guests in a genuine, thoughtful way. You bring positivity to every shift and help foster a team-focused environment.
5. Adaptability & Composure
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and can multitask without sacrificing quality or service.
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and can multitask without sacrificing quality or service.
6. Attention to Detail
From drink execution to bar cleanliness and guest interactions, you hold yourself to a high standard of excellence and consistency.
From drink execution to bar cleanliness and guest interactions, you hold yourself to a high standard of excellence and consistency.
Key Responsibilities
- Craft consistently balanced and well-garnished cocktails to Cecilia and Amaro’s Table standards
- Develop and execute cost-conscious cocktail specials and seasonal menus
- Maintain expert knowledge of wine, beer, spirits, and backbar—especially amari
- Provide thoughtful recommendations to guests and team members alike
- Accurately ring in and track all beverages before service; every drink must have a ticket
- Build rapport with guests and recognize regulars by name
- Deliver food and drinks in a timely, professional manner
- Monitor alcohol consumption and discreetly manage over-service if needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and attractive bar and prep area
- Record comps, spills, and log notes daily for MOD review
- Support with restocking, inventory rotation, and bar maintenance
- Follow all steps of service as outlined in the Server Guidelines
- Communicate any *86s, equipment issues, or tap changes to management
- Complete additional tasks or directives from management as needed
Why Work With Us
- Part-time and full-time roles available with flexible scheduling
- Closed on major holidays: July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
- Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees (30+ hours/week) Eligible after 60 days of employment.
- Opportunities for professional growth within an expanding hospitality group
- A positive, inclusive culture that values professionalism, passion, and teamwork
Compensation: $16.66 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Cecilia is a beautiful breakfast restaurant that offers delicious morning meals and captivating cocktails from the bar! Our company specializes in genuine hospitality and warm, comfortable experiences. We are looking for industry professionals who share our passion for exceptional service and quality in all areas of the restaurant. *OPENING FOR DINNER THIS SPRING!*
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Flexible work arrangements
We offer a wide range of flexible working hours for employees who have obligations outside of the workplace, including caretaking, school or family life. We believe in supporting a healthy work/life balance for our employees.
Holidays off
Cecilia is closed for the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
In house seminars and workshops:
We at NW Hospitality Group believe in investing in our employees through education and hands-on learning. We offer in-depth coaching on spirits, wine and beer. As well as in-house classes and meetings on various topics that pertain to our brand of hospitality.
Supporting futures:
Here at Cecilia we believe in helping guide people towards their goals, whether that means within the company or beyond. Everyone who joins our team will learn how to communicate effectively, remain poised under pressure and stay organized in a bustling environment. Whether your goals include going to college, learning a new trade, or owning your own business one day, NW Hospitality Group can help you get there.