Banquet Server (Part Time)

Accorhotel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pension plan

Employee travel program

Wellness platform

Training through Academies

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald in Edmonton, AB seeks a Banquet Server (Part Time) to deliver prompt, courteous food and beverage service for weddings, meetings, and events, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to standards. Candidates should have at least 1 year in a similar role, post-secondary education in hotel/F&B management is an asset, and ProServe certification.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and eligibility to work in Canada required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a similar function in Food & Beverage, preferably Banquets or Conventions.
• Post-Secondary education in Hotel/Food & Beverage Management is an asset.
• Must be able to lift trays repeatedly and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be legal to work in Canada and meet ProServe certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, courteous and efficient food & beverage service per standards.
• Work as part of a team to maintain high service levels at meetings and events.
• Address guest concerns and report irregularities to the Banquet Captain.
• Ensure equipment and work areas meet hotel standards and safety rules.
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene.
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned and work flexible shifts, including non-daytime hours.

Skills

Self-motivated

Multitask

Ability under pressure

Professional appearance

Education

Post-Secondary education in Hotel/F&B Management

Job description

Banquet Server (Part Time)

Passionate about everything Food & Beverage and putting a smile on our guests' faces? As Banquet Server, you will have the perfect opportunity to touch the hearts of our guests by making their special occasions truly unforgettable.

What you will be doing

• Provide prompt, courteous and efficient food & beverage service in accordance with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts food & beverage standards
• Work as part of a team to provide a consistently high standard of service in areas such as meeting set ups and all meal functions
• Effectively handle guest concerns through empowerment, and report any irregularities to Leader
• Report any deficiencies in equipment or level of supplies to the Banquet Captains
• Ensure the equipment and all work areas are maintained to hotel standard
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the hotel health and safety program
• Carry out any other tasks as assigned

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to)

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting.
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps.

Your experience and skills include

• Minimum 1 year in a similar function in Food & Beverage, preferably Banquets or Conventions
• Post-Secondary education in Hotel/Food and Beverage Management an asset
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to make effective decisions
• Demonstrates initiative, and the ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain high service levels under pressure
• Physically fit to lift trays repeatedly, stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• You may be required to work on holidays, weekends, overnights and other non-day shifts.
• Candidates must be legal to serve alcohol in Alberta (18 years of age) and must possess ProServe certification
• Submission of your application to Fairmont Hotel Macdonald indicates that you are able to meet these requirements as needed.

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.

What's in it for you

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year),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
• Comprehensive wellness platform (Greenshield) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

Hourly Range: $16.51 - $17.51 CAD Gross per hour

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