Bartender - North Shore

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Shorty’s is a newfangled laid-back spot with a decidedly old-school vibe. Classic cocktails, ice cold pints & Latin-inspired street food are mixed liberally with retro-gaming like duckpin bowling, pinball, darts, shuffleboard & bocce. Outside, camp-style fire pits are the perfect place to cozy up & hangout with friends - old & new.

At Shorty’s X, we strongly believe in taking care of people. Together, we work to have a fun, fast-paced environment where we wow our guests through our warm and heartfelt hospitality. We never stop looking for unique individuals who can infuse creative solutions, original ideas and extraordinary service. We offer competitive wages, a comfortable & energetic work environment, flexible hours, benefits packages (for those who qualify) and a chance to grow right alongside us.


What You’ll Do:
As a Bartender, you are the face of our brand. You will report to the manager on duty and will:

  • Genuinely connect and communicate with all of our guests to ensure they receive a ‘remarkably consistent’ experience.
  • Effectively finesse the menu and communicate your vast knowledge and expertise about activities, food, and bar menus with ease.
  • Execute beverage production according to Shorty’s X specs and recipes.
  • Go the ‘extra step’ to accommodate guest requests and suggestions.
  • Continuously ensure that every guest leaves satisfied and happy with their experience and know when to connect them to a manager to help find solutions.
  • Proactively assist other bartenders/servers with bar or floor maintenance, running food or beverages, side duties, assisting to take payments, etc.
  • Take the time to effectively learn and memorize new menu items and procedures.
  • Work each shift with a safety mindset. Be proactive in regards front of the house and back of the house safety (food safety, potential hazards for employees or guests) and allergy policies.
  • Live our core values: Standards, Hospitality, Ownership, Respect and Responsibility, Trust, You + Me = We, and Self-Awareness.


Who You Are:

  • You are a genuine, charming, vibrant and team-oriented individual.
  • You have a minimum of 1 year front of bartending or other relevant front of the house experience.
  • You pride yourself on your guest service skills, your ability to make people feel ‘at home’, your reliability and your ability to ‘keep upbeat’ even during the busiest shifts.
  • You are solution focused and resourceful – you think on your feet effectively to find resolutions to situations.
  • You are able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
  • You can easily and quickly become ‘a part of a team’ and you are a great communicator.
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