Bartender / Mixologist - (Spring/Summer 2026)

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Banff; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Banff is seeking passionate bartenders to join its team. This role involves responsibilities such as daily bar operations, maintaining extensive product knowledge, and providing exceptional guest service. Candidates must have over 2 years of professional cocktail experience and Pro-Serve Certification. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and perks including subsidized accommodation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Benefits

Subsidized staff accommodation

Complimentary meal per shift

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee travel program discounts

Discounts on resort amenities

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years professional cocktail experience as a bartender in a high-volume and fast-paced environment.
• Must have Pro-Serve Certification.
• Extensive knowledge of wine, beer, and spirits is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily operations including opening and closing duties.
• Maintain and develop product knowledge of menu items and beverages.
• Meet and greet guests and coordinate with colleagues.

Skills

Professional cocktail experience

Pro-Serve Certification

Point-of-sale system experience

Extensive knowledge of wine, beer, and spirits

Schedule flexibility

Job description

Company Description

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

We are looking for dynamic and passionate individuals to join our Bartending team across our Food & Beverage venues the Fairmont Banff Springs: Rundle Bar and Vermillion Room.

For more information on our Dining Outlets, visit our website - Restaurants in Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs (banff-springs-hotel.com).

Available Venue Opportunities Include

• Vermillion Room
• Rundle Bar

Note - preference will be given to those that our available for the full season (May-October 15th).

Starting Rate: $17.86 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 $19.89.

What You Will Be Doing

• Complete Daily Operations (i.e. opening and closing duties, stocking, polishing, cleaning and maintaining bar area, walk-ins, fridges and other areas as assigned by the MOD)
• Maintaining and developing an extensive product knowledge of menu items, beverage offerings and outlet operations. Extensive knowledge of classic cocktails and ability to learn outlet specific beverages including a variety of barista drinks (e.g. cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolates, etc)
• Meet and greet guests and coordinate with other colleagues and MOD regarding preferences, allergies and special occasions
• Ordering and monitoring inventory (i.e. daily orders, managing par levels, recording wastage/spillage/transfers, monthly inventory counts)
• Maintain accurate billing, cash handling and float procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Must have 2+ years professional cocktail experience as a bartender in a high-volume and fast paced environment
• Must have Pro-Serve Certification
• Previous point-of-sale system experience essential
• Extensive knowledge of wine, beer and spirits required
• Schedule flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80+lbs (keg) and be able to constantly stand and walk throughout shift

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 $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affinity 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.

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Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

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