Job Description

Bartender / Mixologist -- Sauvage Restaurant (Canmore, AB)

Position Type:

Full-time

Schedule:

Evening shifts (primarily Thursday-Sunday), with flexibility for private events

Start Date:

Immediate

Compensation:

Hourly wage + tips, staff meals, wine education, and foraging opportunities

About the Role:

Sauvage is seeking an experienced

bartender or mixologist

with a passion for storytelling through spirits and a curiosity for the wild. This role goes beyond pouring drinks -- it's about crafting exceptional beverage experiences that align with our ethos of sustainability, locality, and creativity.

What You'll Do:

Create and serve elevated cocktails using foraged ingredients, house infusions, and local spirits Guide guests through our curated wine list, with confidence in food and wine pairings Collaborate with the kitchen team to design seasonal beverage menus that reflect the current tasting menu Maintain a clean, organized, and inspiring bar environment Contribute to inventory, ordering, and creative development Provide warm, attentive, and educational service that reflects the values of Sauvage

What We're Looking For:

2+ years experience in a cocktail-forward or fine dining bar setting Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary mixology, wine, and spirits A passion for wild ingredients, sustainability, and seasonal sourcing WSET certification or equivalent is an asset (but not required) Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and excited to learn Someone who wants to be part of a small, passionate team shaping something truly unique in the Rockies

Bonus Points For:

Experience foraging or working with wildcrafted ingredients An interest in low-waste or zero-proof drink development A love of the outdoors and a desire to grow with us as we evolve
There is room for this to become a management position.

Please note: WE DO NOT HAVE STAFF ACCOM UNFORTUNATELY. IT IS HARD TO FIND HOUSING IN CANMORE DUE TO THE HOUSING CRISIS, PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WHO ARE ALREADY LIVING IN THE AREA.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Store discount
Work Location: In person