FH - Bartender

Bartender – Bar Sofia

Company Description

Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.

Showcasing the vibrant essence of Latin cooking, Bar Sofia is a paradise for shared plates and cocktails. Bar Sofia playfully nods to his family’s Argentinian heritage as well as the next generation of food lovers, artists and adventurers.

Highlighting fresh and bright flavours, Bar Sofia’s all-day menu features an array of tasty snacks and small plates including addictive empanadas and colourful salads; along with larger format meat, seafood and vegetable dishes meant for sharing among friends old and new.

We are looking for a Bartender at Bar Sofia with an in-depth knowledge of classic cocktails, a desire to create signature drinks, decent wine knowledge and a flair for entertaining to join our exemplary team.

What you will be doing:

• Creating a positive guest experience through interaction and adherence to the steps of service
• Providing guest with food & beverage suggestions, while taking in consideration preferences, allergies, and dietary restrictions
• Promptly receive drink order chits and prepare beverages
• Communicating beverage descriptions, special and information to guests and team members
• Stocking and maintaining all bar products including mise en place
• Checking and maintaining beer keg and liquor levels
• Counting and taking inventory of all beverages and supplies and assist manager with inventory ordering
• Other assigned duties

The person we are looking for has:

• A valid Smart Serve Certification
• Moderate wine, beer and classic cocktail knowledge
• Passion for food, beverage and providing excellent customer service
• Strong communication skills

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
• Integrated learning environment with room to grow
• Working with like-minded passionate peers
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 50% dining discount at Freehand locations
• RRSP Matching

A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.