The Drake is a growing Canadian hospitality brand focused on lifestyle hotels, food + drink and special events. To this day, we’re the destination for the curious. At The Drake, we celebrate emerging music and art, serve food and drinks that reimagine the classics, and inspire our team and guests to embrace fresh perspectives.  We’re more than a place to sleep, eat + drink; we believe culture and community matter and are committed to an exceptional hospitality experience delivered in our signature style; one that is genuine, personal, memorable and embraces the energy of discovery. We value honesty and spontaneity because that's the stuff of real connection and believe that hospitality is an act of care. The Drake Hotel (Toronto), Drake Devonshire Inn (Wellington, Prince Edward County), and Drake Motor Inn (Wellington, Prince Edward County) are each reflective of their respective neighbourhoods as inclusive hubs for unique and diverse experiences through art, culture and hospitality with great seasonal menus, a robust cocktail list, carefully curated curiosities, and genuine hospitality excellence for all.

Working with The Drake means that you will have the opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals in an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and team-oriented environment. As someone who is curious, collaborative and a continuous learner, you’ll have limitless opportunities to make an impact and to be recognized for it. We are looking for positive and energetic food + drink enthusiasts, who are motivated to create a genuine + unique experience for our guests! We are currently hiring experienced Barbacks, with a strong community focus, who are looking for a great place to work.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming environment, for guests and other employees, upholding our standards at all times
• Ensure stock levels are consistently maintained, polishing glassware and silverware, and performing additional side work, as assigned
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas
• Perform any general cleaning tasks and closing duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience as a barback or similar role in a high-volume environment with high standards
• Energetic and willingness to be active in the workplace, completing tasks that are both physical and repetitive
• Ability to communicate, multi-task, work as part of a team and independently
• Posses and/or is eager to develop Food and Beverage knowledge and hospitality experience
• Must have flexible availability to work morning, evening, late-night and weekends

Benefits

We pride ourselves in providing strong leadership and development opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals who are looking to build rewarding, long-term careers. Drake offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, training programs and other unique perks, as part of joining our team.

Drake Devonshire + Motor Inn is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and creative environment at Drake Hotel Properties that promotes equity, inclusiveness and diversity. We welcome job applications from candidates of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour); refugees, newcomers, and immigrant persons; two-spirit, LGBT2Q+ and gender non-binary persons, and persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you can access and complete the submissions process.