Compensation: CAD 50000 - CAD 55000 - yearly
Company Description Located on the 38th floor of The Well, Aera payshomage to 21st century American cuisine, our menu of elevated classics and steakhouse favourites pairs beautifully with panoramic city views. Featuring a luxuriously appointed cocktail bar, impressive sushi counter, and an expansive open-air terrace set to launch this spring, our 38th-floor oasis in the clouds marries exceptional design and culinary innovation. As masters of our craft, we ensure that every moment spent with us is a tribute to the art of fine dining — and once the sun sets — a lively celebration of late-night revelry.
With the goal of giving each and every guest a truly memorable dining experience, our team is passionate about providing polished, attentive, and intuitive hospitality at every turn.
What's in it for you:
Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
Gratuity sharing
Health, Dental and Visions perks with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
Group Life & Disability Insurance
Management Uniform/ Clothing Reimbursement
Monthly dining allowance for all O&B; and Freehand locations
50% Dining Discount for all O&B; and Freehand locations
RRSP Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
O&B; is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia.
Job Description The Bar Manager will oversee the bar program by creating and maintaining bar standards while driving sales through creative and innovative promotions and building relationships with suppliers and vendors. In addition,



the Bar Manager is accountable for the day to day operations of the restaurant bar including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.
The Day to Day:
Manage the overall bar and beverage program for the restaurant including cocktails, beers, garnishing and non-alcoholic beverages
Create and maintain service and operational standards for the bar, making use of best practices and efficiencies where possible
Lead the creation and maintenance of cocktail lists including new and innovative products and combinations while keeping in mind costing and speed requirements
Liaison and build relationships with beverage related suppliers to source new products, new promotions and improved pricing
Communicate the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforce the O&B; values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
Build and maintain relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
Demonstrate high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the venue
Use conflict resolution and problem solving skills
Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
Additional duties as assigned or required
Qualifications Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality as asset




Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high volume, fast paced hospitality environment.
WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar environment is preferred
Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
Experience with new restaurant or bar openings and bar set-up is preferred
A passion for beverage, food and service is a must!
Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
Ability to demonstrate extreme organization in a fast paced setting while acting as a team player
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Strong business acumen
Additional Information AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.

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📌 Bar Manager - Aera (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario