Rundle Bar - Mixologist

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Banff; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their Front of House team at a stunning alpine resort. This role offers the chance to showcase your bartending skills by creating unique cocktails and providing exceptional customer service. You'll engage with guests, maintain a vibrant bar atmosphere, and collaborate with kitchen staff to enhance drink offerings. With a focus on creativity and precision, this position promises an exciting opportunity to thrive in a dynamic hospitality environment, perfect for those who love both adventure and service.

Benefits

Subsidized Staff Accommodation

Complimentary Meal per Shift

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Travel Program

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Access to Mountain Explorer Travel Program

Qualifications

• Several years of bartending experience with in-depth knowledge of spirits and cocktail techniques.
• Strong creativity to invent new drinks and excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop unique cocktails and engage with guests to provide an exceptional bar experience.
• Maintain cleanliness, manage stock levels, and work with kitchen staff for drink pairings.

Skills

Bartending Experience

Creativity in Mixology

Customer Service Skills

Pro-Serve Certification

POS Experience

Education

High School Diploma

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 Front of House teams for our Rundle Bar.

Starting Rate: $18.22 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 $20.27.

Availability Requirement: These are seasonal positions starting June to October 31, 2025.

What You Will Be Doing

1. Develop unique cocktails that align with the establishment’s theme, ensuring they are visually appealing and high quality.
2. Engage with guests, recommend drinks based on their preferences, and provide an exceptional bar experience.
3. Maintain cleanliness, organize bar areas, handle opening/closing duties, and ensure proper storage of ingredients.
4. Manage stock levels, place orders, track wastage, and conduct monthly inventory counts.
5. Work with kitchen staff for drink pairings, update the cocktail menu, and train bartenders in mixology and beverage knowledge.

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

1. Several years of bartending experience with in-depth knowledge of spirits, liqueurs, cocktail techniques, and the history of cocktails.
2. Strong creativity to invent new drinks, combined with precision in measuring, mixing, and presenting cocktails.
3. Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to interact with patrons and provide an exceptional experience.
4. Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
5. Must have Pro-Serve Certification, prior POS experience, and a willingness to adapt to trends and customer preferences.

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

1. Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees.
2. One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal).
3. Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees.
4. Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees.
5. Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide.
6. 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.
7. 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.

APPLY TODAY: 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! We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: [e-mail]