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Why Bartending in Toronto?
Bartending in Toronto offers excitement, challenge and great pay — one of the most recession-proof careers you can choose.
Bars are always busy. People enjoy the bar atmosphere when they are celebrating good times, or to lift their spirits during the bad times. With this in mind, bartending has been referred to as a "recession-proof" career.
A career in bartending offers so many choices — so many built-in benefits — that hundreds of people are giving up traditional careers, or augmenting their income with part-time bartending work.
Toronto is one of the world's most culturally diverse cities — and its bar scene reflects it. From the rooftop bars of King West and the craft cocktail lounges of Kensington Market to the high-volume sports bars near Scotiabank Arena and Rogers Centre, the range of hospitality opportunities here is unmatched in Canada.
Reasons to Choose Bartending
Why Choose Bartending
01
Recession-Proof
History has proven that bars maintain their business levels and many actually increase during tough economic times. This is an excellent time to enter the field of bartending.
02
Always in Demand
Professional bartenders are always in demand. Many larger bars and restaurants offer full benefits; bartenders working for major hotels or airlines often receive additional perks.
In addition, many larger bars and restaurants offer full benefits for employees, and bartenders working for major hotels or airlines often receive additional perks like greatly reduced lodging and air fare.
A bartending career allows people the freedom to choose a work environment that matches their personality. A good bartender can work anywhere in the country, or in the world.
Toronto — Bartending Career Outlook
Trained for Canada's Most Dynamic Bar Market
Toronto is one of the world's most culturally diverse cities — and its bar scene reflects it. From the rooftop bars of King West and the craft cocktail lounges of Kensington Market to the high-volume sports bars near Scotiabank Arena and Rogers Centre, the range of hospitality opportunities here is unmatched in Canada.
Our program prepares you for all of it: Smart Serve certification, 125+ cocktails across every spirit category, high-volume speed service, and hands-on flair training. Toronto's bar industry hires year-round and pays well — our grads are placed quickly.
9,000+
Licensed Bars & Restaurants in Toronto
14M
Annual Visitors to Toronto
#1
Largest City in Canada
Serving Toronto & Surrounding Areas
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Fun & Profitable Surroundings
Some bartenders prefer the hotel or country club environment, while others enjoy neighborhood bars or the excitement of nightclubs. Whatever your preference, bartending can offer fun and profitable surroundings.
