About West Shore Parks & Recreation

West Shore Parks & Recreation is a community-driven organization located in Victoria, BC, committed to providing high-quality recreational programs and services. Our facilities are designed to promote health, wellness, and enjoyment for individuals and families of all ages. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where employees and community members can thrive. Join us in delivering exceptional experiences at our beautiful recreational facilities!

Position Overview

We're looking for outgoing, customer-service oriented individuals to work as a Senior Bartender. Under the supervision of the Arena and Event Leaders, the Senior Bartender is responsible for working independently while they prepare and serve beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and food products in the department’s licensed areas and banquet rooms.

In addition to great wages, we offer an additional 14% in pay, per hour, in lieu of benefits; access to counselling; a staff facility pass which provides drop-in access to the weightroom, fitness classes, skating, pool, as well as the ability to play on our 9-hole golf course.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

• Ensures safe handling of mixed drinks, prepackaged & tap beverages, while maintaining cleanliness & excellent customer service.
• Bar setup, take down, clean up and cash handling in the prescribed manner.
• Provides assistance with training new bartenders
• Follows Liquor Control and Licensing policies.
• May participate in the ordering of products and inventory.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ bartending experience in a high-volume bar or lounge; drink preparation, safe handling of beverages, and maintaining cleanliness.
• Must be of legal age and possess a “Serving it Right” certificate.
• A current/valid Food Safe certificate is an asset.
• Experience with cash handling and deposits.
• Must be able to lift 30lbs on a regular basis, and 50lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work well under pressure with high energy and self-motivation is required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; proven ability to defuse tense situations with positive outcomes.
• Excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work unsupervised in a fast-paced environment with the ability to problem solve independently.
• Ability to work co-operatively in a team environment, as well as independently.

A clear and current criminal record check (employer initiated) is a condition of employment and is the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.

Applications

Resumes and cover letters quoting competition 26-03 to be received prior to February 4th, 2026, at 12:00PM.

This is a union position. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Posted: January 21st, 2026