Event Server

Event Server

Location: Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff, Canada Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Brand: Fairmont Job Category: Food & Beverage

Company Description Who We Are: Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

Job Description Be a part of a spectacular event! As an Event Server with Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel you will create a special event that our Guests will remember. Your ability to work as a team player combined with your service skills and your engaging personality will ensure that our Guests have a memorable experience.

Starting Rate: $17.22 per hour We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $18.22

Job Duties Include:

• Provide exceptional service to all Guests in a variety of settings including plated and buffet banquets for breakfast, lunch and dinner, working lunches, coffee breaks, cocktail receptions, formal events, and off-site catering events.
• Set event spaces according to Banquet Event Orders, client specifications and service standards. And tear down and clean up following banquet functions.
• Offer a high level of product knowledge and follow up on all Guest inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Must have Pro-Serve Certification.

• 2 years previous serving experience preferred. Bartending, cash handling and previous Silverware point of sale system experience is an asset.

• Schedule flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, etc. for 3-12 hour shifts.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20lbs and be able to be on your feet for 8 hours or more

• Additional Information Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees

• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees

• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide

• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler

• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

• Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

• We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact in confidence.

• Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

• When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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