LUCKY BASTARD DISTILLERS – FULL TIME EVENT/BARTENDER SUPERVISOR POSITION

Lucky Bastard Distillers is a craft distillery located in Saskatoon, SK. Our passion is manufacturing and selling the finest Lucky Bastard brand vodka, gin, whisky, rum and liqueurs. We opened our doors in May of 2012 and have been growing rapidly ever since, including the addition of our retail location in Saskatoon YXE International Airport in December of 2018 and our new Tasting Bar at The Gather Local Market in May 2024. We are an organization that highly values our employees and supports our local Saskatchewan business community. We pride ourselves on our positive work atmosphere and strive to make our employees feel at home.
We are looking to grow our team with the addition of an Event Room/Bartender Supervisorto assist our Event Manager. Our Event Room Staff are often the first faces people see when entering the distillery – from providing samples and a smile to visitors of our Retail area, to guided tours of our distillery, or expertly shaking-up a premium cocktail from behind the bar! Please read full job description before applying, details on How to Apply will be provided at the end.
Title: Event Room/Bartender Supervisor
Position Type: Full-time, permanent
NOC Classification: 64300
Bi-Weekly Wage: $18.25 hourly, plus Pooled Tips
Department: Events
Hours of Work: Tuesday – Saturday; during Events shifts are 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; and when no event is scheduled shifts are 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; includes Floating Shifts and Overtime, as required
Number of Openings: 1
Posted Date: August 15th, 2025
Closing Date: August 24th, 2025
Work Location: 814 47th Street East, Saskatoon, SK.

JOB SUMMARY

An Event Room/Bartender Supervisor collaborates with the Event Manager, together they review upcoming events and ensure all details are aligned. They establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors and communicate with caterers to efficiently manage food delivery and service. During Events, they are responsible for the organization and presentation of the event room and kitchen area, oversee the layout, cleanliness, and supplies. An Event Room/Bartender Supervisor manages the event room staff, mentoring and training, and supervision. They understand cost control, monitor and adjust inventory and staffing levels to ensure sufficient resources without overstocking or overstaffing. Finally, an Event Room/Bartender Supervisor handles logistics and time management through thoughtful coordination of deliveries, cleaning, event room set-up/take-down, and service schedules to ensure smooth operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 19+ years of age
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
• Effective time management, organization, and ability to prioritize tasks
• High attention to detail
• Applies fast, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Desire to deliver unparalleled customer service to Event Room Guests
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, honesty, respect, and empathy towards others
• Maintains a genuine passion for engaging with Guests and ensures they feel welcome
• Enjoys continuous-learning, hard-work, and takes initiative

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2-3 years bar or restaurant experience is Required
• Previous experience in catering or banquet service is an Asset
• Previous bar or restaurant manager experience is an Asset

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

• High School Diploma is Required
• Valid Drivers License is Required
• Vaid Serve It Right Certificate is Required
• Valid Food Safe Certificate is an Asset
• Valid First Aid/AED Certification is an Asset
• General knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office programs is an Asset

ONLY CANDIDATES WHOSE QUALIFICATIONS MATCH THE SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS AS DETAILED ABOVE WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.25 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• This position requires weekend and evening availability. Are you able to work evenings, and every Friday and Saturday?
• This position requires frequent moving of furniture. Are you comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.?
• Can you provide 2-3 professional references in a related field of work?
• What is the best time and method to contact you?

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (required)
• Bartending: 1 year (preferred)
• Serving: 1 year (required)
• Restaurant: 1 year (preferred)
• Team management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Serve It Right Saskatchewan (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)

Location:

• Saskatoon, SK S7K 0X4 (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-2

• Must be available to work Tuesday through Saturday as required
• Must be able to work afternoon, evening and weekends shifts
• Must be available for a variety of shifts: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; 3:00–11:00 PM; 6:00 PM–2:00 AM; may include Sunday or Monday if needed
• Must be able to work overtime as required
• Takes drink orders, operates cash register, and enters debit purchases
• Opens and closes Event Room and registers
• Clears glassware and dishes from tables, operates the dishwasher, and polishes glassware
• Cleans and ensures the Event Room is always presentable
• Moves furniture and ensures the Event Room is set up/taken down properly
• Provides tours of the distillery/facilities to our Guests
• Responds to management and customer inquiries, and other general requests in an appropriate and timely fashion
• Assists with staging the Event Room and preparation/clean up of events
• Drives to pick-up and/or deliver supplies and/or products for events
• Able to recognize and communicate shared responsibilities with Event Staff
• Prepares and serves high quality cocktails in our Event Room
• Mentors, trains and supervises Event Room Staff
• Supports and undertakes duties as directed by the Event Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned