Bar Manager | Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie

The Distillery Restaurant Corp. is seeking an experienced and dedicated Bar Manager with outstanding food & beverage knowledge, solid business acumen, and a drive to deliver results and bring people together. The ideal candidate not only understands that exceptional guest service is at the heart of hospitality but they are also attuned to the pulse of Toronto's unique food and beverage culture. 

Cluny is not your parents’ French bistro! 

Exciting, non-pretentious menus inspired by France's modern food movement paired with vibrant music, breathtaking design, and personalized service, have made Cluny the best French restaurant in Toronto according to USA Today, Top Choice and BlogTO. 

What you'll experience with The DRC:

• $60,000, plus group benefits
• In-house dining perks
• Learning and development opportunities
• A dynamic culture that encourages and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit
• The chance to work alongside the best team in the city

What you will be doing:

• Lead by example and reinforce the DRC’s core values and policies on a daily basis.
• Managing the wine list and cocktail menu, including, choosing, ordering and maintaining inventory for all wine, beer and spirits.
• Support overall operations of the restaurant with clarity, consistency, fairness and integrity;
• Perform cash and inventory reconciliation and order supplies as necessary;
• Liaise, as required, with Culinary, Customer Service, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and Executive Leadership.
• Build and nurture professional relationships with guests, DRC employees, leadership, suppliers/vendors, industry peers and partners.
• Embrace, engage, and follow through on all feedback:
  • taking a hands-on approach to celebrating and cascading thanks when you win;
  • and delivering recovery and repair to any/all persons when the mark is missed.
• Under the guidance of the General Manager, build trust and loyalty with guests, DRC employees, leadership, suppliers/vendors, industry peers and partners alike through:
  • proactive communication;
  • setting and managing expectations;
  • and delivering solid business results.
• Maintain and contribute to a culture founded in dignity, mutual respect and passion that revolves around hospitality and the delivery of genuine service and expertly crafted food and beverage.

What we would like you to bring to the restaurant:

• EXPERIENCE. We're looking for a candidate with at least three (3) years of progressive experience working behind the bar, preferably in a fast-paced restaurant environment, in a supervisory or managerial role. Expert knowledge in French wines considered an asset. 

• PASSION. You're a true leader who aims to drive your team toward new heights and greater successes.

• KNOWLEDGE. While you're required to be Smart Serve certified, any other certifications related to mixology, spirits, and especially French wines are highly valued.  

• ADAPTABILITY. You can work in fast-paced, changing environments with ease. 

• SOLUTION-ORIENTED. You're a strong problem solver with an insatiable desire to positively impact the experience of our guests and restaurant reviews.

• EDUCATION. A business, hospitality or food and beverage management degree/diploma, Sommelier or the equivalent in education and experience, is considered an asset. 

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and welcome candidates with disabilities to apply for job opportunities with us. Please note that accommodations throughout each stage of the DRC’s recruitment process are available upon request.

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The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process where candidates are respected, supported and valued. The DRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please note that accommodations during every part of the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.