Banquets Houseperson - Casual

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Complimentary employee meals

Dining/discount programs

Career development

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver seeks a Banquets Houseperson to expertly set up, maintain, and reset banquet spaces for events, ensuring a seamless guest experience.

You will work with the Banquets team to prepare rooms according to BEOs, keep areas clean, restock supplies, and assist with moving equipment, while upholding brand standards. This role requires detail orientation and physical stamina in a luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet or hospitality experience is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift, push, and move heavy equipment.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down banquet rooms per event orders (BEOs).
• Ensure function spaces are clean and meet brand standards before and during events.
• Replenish supplies and maintain cleanliness in banquet and back-of-house areas.
• Assist with movement and storage of banquet equipment and furniture.
• Respond promptly to requests from Banquets team and event organizers.
• Maintain knowledge of daily events and room setups.
• Follow safety and hygiene standards when handling equipment.
• Support other Food & Beverage outlets as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Fast-paced work

Heavy equipment handling

Flexibility

Team player

Job description

Company Description

As a Banquets Houseperson, you will play a key role in ensuring the seamless execution of events by setting up, maintaining, and resetting banquet spaces. You will support the Banquets team in delivering exceptional service by creating well-organized, clean, and visually appealing event environments.

Company Description

As a Banquets Houseperson, you will play a key role in ensuring the seamless execution of events by setting up, maintaining, and resetting banquet spaces. You will support the Banquets team in delivering exceptional service by creating well-organized, clean, and visually appealing event environments.

Job Description

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim?

• Be part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of one of Canada’s most beautiful cities, Vancouver, proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work, and the first hotel in North America to achieve Single-Use Plastic Free Certification
• A competitive rate of $25.65 per hour
• An award-winning restaurant in a Food & Beverage division that promotes growth, cross-training and career development opportunities
• Complimentary work meals through our Colleague Dining Program
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, offering 50% off at participating dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• Opportunities to participate in sustainability, charity, and community engagement initiatives
• Access to world-class training, mentorship, and career development opportunities across Fairmont and Accor’s global portfolio
• Be part of a collaborative and professional Food & Beverage team in a luxury environment where precision, pride, and guest experience are at the core of everything we do.

What You Will Be Doing

• Set up and tear down banquet rooms according to event orders (BEOs), including tables, chairs, staging, linens, and audiovisual equipment
• Ensure all function spaces are clean, organized, and meet brand standards prior to and during events
• Replenish supplies and maintain cleanliness in banquet and back-of-house areas
• Assist with the movement and storage of banquet equipment and furniture
• Respond promptly to requests from the Banquets team and event organizers
• Maintain knowledge of daily events and room setups
• Follow all safety and hygiene standards while handling equipment and materials
• Support other Food & Beverage outlets as required
• Other duties assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous experience in a banquet or hospitality environment is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Physical ability to lift, push, and move heavy equipment
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• A team-oriented mindset with a positive and proactive attitude

Additional Information

Your Team And Working Environment

Working within our Banquets team, you will be part of a collaborative group dedicated to creating memorable events and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Our team thrives on teamwork, precision, and a shared commitment to excellence.

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.

Why work for Accor?

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