Bartender/Server

About ABURI Group

ABURI Group, founded by visionary leader Seigo Nakamura, is a pioneer in Canada’s culinary landscape. With acclaimed brands including Miku, Minami, ABURI TORA, and ABURI Market, the group is celebrated for its innovative fusion of traditional Aburi-style Japanese cuisine with contemporary French influences. Since opening Miku Vancouver in 2008, ABURI Group has expanded nationally, earning distinctions such as a MICHELIN Star and recognition on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list. More than building restaurants, ABURI is cultivating a cultural movement rooted in excellence, hospitality, and community.

Position Summary

Aburi Hana is currently looking for a reliable, hardworking, and guest-focused Bartender/Server to join our front-of-house team and contribute to an exceptional dining experience! As a Bartender/Server, you will provide attentive and knowledgeable service while preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. You will play an important role in creating a welcoming and memorable experience for our guests while working closely with the bar, kitchen, and front-of-house teams. This is a fast-paced position ideal for someone who takes pride in hospitality, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working in an upscale restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive, and professional service to guests
• Take and accurately enter food and beverage orders
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, sake, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on food and beverage offerings
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, ingredients, beverages, and specials
• Communicate guest requests, allergies, and dietary restrictions to the appropriate team
• Monitor tables and anticipate guest needs throughout service
• Process guest payments accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of tables, service stations, and bar areas
• Prepare garnishes and other beverage ingredients as required
• Restock liquor, wine, sake, beer, glassware, and bar supplies
• Follow responsible alcohol service, food safety, health, and sanitation standards
• Communicate and work effectively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Assist with opening and closing duties
• Support other team members and restaurant operations as needed

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 years of serving and/or bartending experience required
• Previous experience in an upscale, Japanese, or full-service restaurant is considered an asset
• Knowledge of cocktails, wine, sake, and beer is considered an asset
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Serving It Right certification is required
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Store discount
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON M5R 1B9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person