Luxury Banquet Bartender for Gala & Weddings

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

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.