Banquet Bartender - Casual

Fairmont; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Team of hospitality pros

Competitive pay + gratuities

Duty meal

Discount program

Historic luxury hotel

Community & sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver invites applications for a Banquet Bartender to craft quality beverages for weddings, galas, conferences and events. You will set up, stock, and operate banquet bars, delivering professional service that aligns with our high standards.

You will ensure responsible beverage service, verify ages, and maintain precise event records while collaborating with banquet and culinary teams in a historic 1939 Vancouver landmark.

Qualifications

• Warm, professional, guest-focused personality with hospitality mindset.
• Secondary school diploma or equivalent and Serving It Right certification.
• Knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails; strong beverage service sense.
• Experience in banquets, restaurants, hotels, or high-volume venues is preferred.
• Luxury hotel or large events experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, friendly, engaging service per Fairmont standards.
• Set up, stock, operate, and dismantle banquet bars for events.
• Prepare and serve beverages accurately using approved recipes.
• Verify event requirements; ensure bars are stocked and event-ready.
• Provide responsible beverage service and check drinking ages.
• Monitor guest consumption and escalate when needed.
• Maintain cash, charge, inventory, and beverage records.
• Keep bars clean, stocked, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with banquet, culinary, stewarding, and leadership teams.
• Participate in trainings and service excellence initiatives.
• Follow hotel policies and brand standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest-focused

Hospitality mindset

Strong communication

Teamwork

Customer service

English communication

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

FoodSafe Level 1

Tools

Serving It Right certification

Job description

Experience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are!

Job Description

At Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, every celebration deserves exceptional service. As a Banquet Bartender, you'll bring energy, expertise, and professionalism to weddings, galas, conferences, and special events by crafting quality beverages and creating memorable guest experiences. From setting up elegant banquet bars to delivering responsible beverage service, you'll play an important role in ensuring every event runs seamlessly.

What You Can Expect

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive culture where people are at the heart of everything we do
• The opportunity to work alongside passionate hospitality professionals committed to excellence and genuine guest care
• Competitive pay starting at $19.61 per hour, plus gratuities, increasing to $26.14 per hour after 90 shifts, with increases in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• One duty meal during your scheduled meal break, processed as an applicable taxable benefit
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, offering 50% off at participating venues
• The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment within a historic Vancouver landmark dating back to 1939
• Opportunities to participate in community and sustainability initiatives

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide professional, friendly, engaging, and personalized service in accordance with Fairmont service standards
• Prepare, stock, operate, and dismantle banquet bars for meetings, weddings, receptions, and special events
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages accurately using approved recipes, measures, and presentation standards
• Review event requirements to ensure bars are fully stocked and event-ready
• Verify legal drinking age and provide responsible beverage service in accordance with Serving It Right and hotel policies
• Monitor guest consumption and respond appropriately to signs of intoxication, escalating concerns when required
• Maintain accurate cash, charge, inventory, and beverage consumption records throughout each event
• Keep bar stations clean, organized, fully stocked, and compliant with food safety and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with banquet, culinary, stewarding, and leadership teams to deliver seamless event execution
• Participate in departmental briefings, training sessions, and service excellence initiatives
• Follow all hotel policies, health and safety procedures, and brand standards
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful banquet operations

Qualifications

What We Are Looking for

• A warm, professional, and guest-focused personality with a passion for hospitality
• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Serving It Right certification (required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, and responsible beverage service
• Previous bartending experience in banquets, restaurants, hotels, or high-volume venues is preferred
• Luxury hotel or large-scale event experience is considered an asset
• FoodSafe Level 1 certification is an asset
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; additional language skills are an asset
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight events as operationally required

Physical Demands of This Role

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Perform frequent repetitive hand and arm movements while preparing beverages
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull beverage supplies, kegs, and bar equipment
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (23 kg)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while working in a fast-paced setting

This role is more than mixing drinks, it’s about elevating every celebration. From elegant weddings to grand galas and corporate events, your skill and hospitality help Make Special Happen at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and join our legendary team.

Additional Information

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

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.