Careers

Front of House - Head Bartender

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Bartender to join our dynamic team. We pride ourselves on creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability, and we’re looking for someone who shares these values.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and manage an innovative bar program that aligns with The Acorn’s ethos of creativity and sustainability, including crafting seasonal cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

- Collaborate closely with local suppliers to source high-quality, local spirits, beers and ingredients, ensuring our bar menu supports and celebrates the community.

- Lead and inspire the bar team, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous learning.

- Maintain an unwavering focus on minimizing waste in line with our zero-waste initiatives, ensuring sustainable practices are implemented in all bar operations.

- Ensure a high level of customer service by engaging with guests and providing a memorable experience that reflects The Acorn’s commitment to quality and sustainability.

- Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost control to ensure the bar runs efficiently and profitably.

- Train and mentor staff on the bar menu, cocktail techniques, and sustainable practices

- Serving tables as needed within our collaborative, team driven environment

Qualifications:

- Previous bar management experience in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant or bar.

- A passion for sustainability and experience implementing zero-waste practices.

- Strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both the bar and kitchen teams.

- Creative flair and a passion for crafting unique cocktails with an emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients.

- Knowledge of local suppliers and a commitment to supporting the local community.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- WSET Level 2 or equivalent



The Details:

  • 4 full floor shifts per week (Friday and Saturday Nights included)

  • Competitive compensation based on experience.

  • Full Medical Benefits after 3-months

  • Staff Yoga Pass

  • Free Counselling

  • Nightly Family Meal

  • 4 % Vacation Pay (2-Weeks)

How to Apply:

Send your cover letter and resume to eat [at] theacornrestaurant [dot] ca

🌱 At The Acorn, every plate and glass tells a story. If you’re passionate about being part of a collaborative a team in a Michelin-recommended, sustainability-driven restaurant and believe that great hospitality extends beyond the walls of the dining room, we’d love to hear from you.

Back of House - Not currently hiring

E-mail your cover letter and CV to matt [at] theacornrestaurant [dot] ca

The Acorn is always on the hunt for passionate and dedicated people to join our team in the kitchen and front of house.

Being a small owner-operated restaurant, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative,
team-driven environment and you will need to share this philosophy.
We strive to provide a healthy work environment that offers a positive work-life balance.
This includes extended medical & wellness benefits, staff yoga pass, shorter work weeks / days, subsidized training,
with competitive pay and an opportunity to learn about BC’s best and most unique ingredients.
Attitude and Ego are NOT Welcome

Please send your resume and cover letter to eat@theacornrestaurant.ca.

Tell us why you want join our team.