Luxury Banquet Server — Elegant Events, Great Pay & Perks

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Duty meal during shift

Food & Beverage discount program (50%)

Job summary

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional food and beverage service at weddings, galas, conferences, and events. You will set up banquet spaces, review orders, and ensure accurate service with guest-focused hospitality.

The role offers a competitive starting wage of CAD 18.09 per hour, with gratuities and increases after 90 shifts under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. A duty meal and a 50% discount program are available to associates.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Serving It Right certification (required).
• Previous banquet, restaurant, or food and beverage serving experience is preferred.
• Luxury hotel or large‑volume 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, friendly, engaging, and personalized service in accordance with Fairmont service standards.
• Prepare banquet function spaces by setting tables, buffets, service stations, and event areas with the appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Review banquet event orders, menus, service sequence, and guest dietary requirements before each event.
• Serve food and beverages accurately and efficiently using the designated service style for each function.
• Anticipate guest needs by replenishing beverages, clearing tables, and ensuring timely, attentive service.
• Communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests to the culinary and banquet teams.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well‑stocked work areas throughout each event.
• Complete required event documentation, including billing and consumption records, as applicable.
• Work collaboratively with culinary, stewarding, and banquet colleagues to deliver seamless event execution.
• Follow all food safety, responsible liquor service, health and safety, and hotel policies and procedures.
• Participate in departmental briefings, training, and service excellence initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful banquet operations.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English

Education

Secondary school diploma

Tools

Serving It Right

FoodSafe Level 1

Job description

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional food and beverage service at weddings, galas, conferences, and events. You will set up banquet spaces, review orders, and ensure accurate service with guest-focused hospitality.

The role offers a competitive starting wage of CAD 18.09 per hour, with gratuities and increases after 90 shifts under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. A duty meal and a 50% discount program are available to associates.