Employment Opportunities

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 .

Event Lead
Posted: April 1, 2026

Looking for a dynamic role in the event industry? Join our team as an Event Lead—a versatile position that blends event coordination support, customer service, event prep and bartending.

This is a casual, evening/weekend-based role perfect for someone who thrives in a social environment and enjoys taking initiative while working as part of a small team. We are in need of a reliable, keen individual to ensure our events run smoothly and efficiently when our Banquet Director isn’t available.

Responsibilities:

As a keyholder, you will be responsible for opening and/or closing the premises on event days
Follow a provided run sheet to keep events on track
Ensure the events run smoothly by maintaining communication with clients, catering staff, and team members throughout the event
Anticipate the clients’ needs and problem solve when issues arise
Maintain a clean and organized event (clearing glassware, refilling water, etc.)
Assist with event prep for upcoming bookings (polishing glassware/cutlery, organizing event supplies, folding laundry, etc.)
Bartending duties as needed
Event set-up, tear down and cleaning duties as needed

💡 What We’re Looking For:

1–2 years of bartending and/or serving experience
1-2 years leadership experience
Valid Smart Serve Certification (required)
First Aid certification(s) (preferred)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized with great attention to detail
Comfortable working long shifts on your feet
Ability to multitask and stay composed in a busy environment
A self-motivated team player with an outgoing, professional, polished presence

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 position with evening & weekend shifts
Schedule typically provided 3–6 weeks in advance
3–10 events per month, depending on the season
Working under the direction of our Banquet Director

💰 Compensation

Rate: $20/hour + gratuities
Wage & performance can be reviewed as needed/requested.

Additional perk: Kingston Chamber of Commerce member benefits.