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About Us

Founded in 1963 by the Italian community, the Italo-Canadian Club is a not-for-profit cultural club and public event venue who has been proudly serving the Kingston area for over 60 years. Built on a mission to unite Italo-Canadians and preserve Italian heritage, the Club remains community-owned and operated by a dedicated volunteer Board. Renting our facilities is what funds our not-for-profit mission, while engaging with the local community to create memorable experiences for our guests.

 

Our venue hosts anywhere from 20-300 people, everything from weddings and banquet dinners to conferences, showers and celebrations of life.

We operate with a team of staff and volunteers working together to deliver exceptional service in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

🏆 2025 Community Votes Kingston – Gold: Event Planning & Wedding Venue
🏆 2024 Kingston Business Awards – Hospitality Award Winner
🏆 2023 & 2024 Community Votes Kingston – Top Wedding Venue

Casual Bartender
Posted: April 1, 2026

Looking to pick up flexible shifts in a fun, social, and event-based environment? Join our team as a Casual Bartender at the Italo-Canadian Club, where no two events are ever the same.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a hospitality setting and is looking for occasional evening and weekend shifts.

🍸 What You’ll Do

  • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during events

  • Process guest payments (cash and card transactions) during events

  • Reconcile and balance the till at the end of each event

  • Provide friendly, professional service to guests

  • Set up and stock bar areas before and after events

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar throughout service

  • Clear empties off tables

  • Work collaboratively with event staff and volunteers to ensure smooth service

  • Assist with closing duties, including cleanup, polishing and restocking

💡 What We’re Looking For

  • Valid Smart Serve Certification (required)

  • Previous bartending experience preferred

  • Strong communication and customer service skills

  • A proactive individual who takes initiative in keeping busy throughout their shift

  • Ability to stay calm, organized and efficient during busy periods

  • Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods of time

  • Ability to work well as part of a team or independently

  • Available for evening and weekend shifts

Note: Our location (1174 Italia Lane, Kingston) is NOT on a bus route. (It’s a 25-minute walk to the nearest stop.) Candidates will need reliable transportation to fulfill this role.

📅 What to Expect

  • Casual, as-needed scheduling based on event bookings

  • Evening and weekend shifts primarily

  • Shifts scheduled in advance (typically 4–6 weeks notice where possible)

  • Variety of events including weddings, banquets, fundraisers, corporate functions, and community celebrations


💰 Compensation
Minimum wage, plus cash bar tips and event gratuities.
 

Fill out the application below or send your resume to our Banquet Director, Ashley, at bookings@icckingston.com .

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1174 Italia Ln., Kingston, ON

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**All prices listed are subject to change.

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